English School Landscape Oil Painting 1900

An evocative English oil on canvas, signed M.E. Sanders and dated 1900, depicting a dramatic river landscape beneath a shifting sky. In the foreground, a rushing cascade of water surges forward with vivid energy, while a solitary sailboat glides serenely across the calmer expanse beyond. Dappled light pierces the clouds, illuminating the wooded shoreline and distant hills, lending the work both grandeur and intimacy.

Executed at the turn of the century, this painting reflects the English School’s enduring fascination with natural scenery—blending romantic naturalism with tonal restraint. The artist demonstrates a keen sensitivity to atmosphere, capturing both movement and stillness in equal measure.

The work is presented in its original giltwood frame, understated yet refined, offering an authentic period setting that enhances its timeless appeal.

Dimensions:

Height: 21.5”

Width: 30”

Medium:

Oil on canvas

Frame:

Original giltwood frame

Provenance:

Private collection

Condition:

Good antique condition with expected age-related surface wear. Frame with minor handling wear consistent with age.