ATTRIBUTED TO JAMES TURPIN HART (1835–1899) – THE CORNFIELD

An attractive antique oil painting depicting a charming rural harvest scene, with a young woman gathering sheaves of corn alongside children in a golden field. The composition captures the tranquillity of the English countryside, with rolling farmland, mature trees and a softly painted sky in the background.

The painting is titled The Cornfield and is inscribed verso with the name and address “Ja. T. Hart, 8 Belgrave St., Argyle Square, London W.C.” It is attributed to James Turpin Hart (1835–1899), an artist associated with Victorian-era painting.

Executed in oil on panel, the painting is presented in a modern gilt frame, providing a traditional finish that complements the warm, earthy tones of the composition.

An appealing piece for collectors of Victorian paintings, traditional rural scenes and antique British art.

Medium

Oil on panel

Signature / Inscription

Inscribed verso: “Ja. T. Hart, 8 Belgrave St., Argyle Square, London W.C.”

Please note that the attribution has not been independently verified.

Dimensions

* Overall, including frame: 38 × 46 cm (approximately 14.96 × 18.11 inches)

* Painting only: 37 × 29 cm (approximately 14.57 × 11.42 inches)

Frame

Presented in a modern gilt frame.

Condition Report

The paint surface is stable, with no visible paint losses. A horizontal split runs across the panel, and ingrained dirt is visible on the painted surface. The frame is loose and has damage to the bottom-left corner.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.

A charming antique country scene that would make an attractive addition to a traditional interior or collection of Victorian landscape and genre paintings.