William Hemsley (1819-1906) - Starting a Race

Hand signed, 1859, oil painting ‘Starting a Race’ by William Hemsley (1819–1906) is painted in a Victorian genre painting style — a warm, narrative, domestic scene typical of mid‑19th‑century British genre art.

This style focuses on everyday life, small human stories, and often humorous or sentimental moments. Hemsley was known for scenes of children, families, and domestic interiors, painted with careful detail and a gentle, narrative charm.

Perfect state with minor cracks to the frame in the four corners arrea.