J. Harvey (XX) - Naval Battle Scene

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Naval Battle Scene, a classical oil painting on canvas from the United Kingdom by J. Harvey (XX), depicting a British naval engagement from the 18th century Age of Sail; measuring 61 cm by 73 cm, weighing 2.3 kg, signed, in excellent condition and sold with frame.

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An oil on canvas depicting a dramatic naval engagement involving British warships during the 18th-century Age of Sail.

The principal vessel is a large three-masted ship of the line, shown under partial sail and flying the Red Ensign, with heavy gun smoke surrounding the stern and port side as it fires a broadside. A second fully rigged warship is engaged to the right, while additional vessels emerge through the smoke and atmospheric haze in the background.

The sea is rendered in deep green-grey tones with white-capped waves and impasto highlights, beneath a dramatic sky of clouds and battle smoke. The composition follows established traditional British maritime painting conventions, creating an atmospheric and visually striking depiction of naval warfare.

The painting is clearly signed “J. Harvey” in white/cream lettering in the lower right.

An oil on canvas depicting a dramatic naval engagement involving British warships during the 18th-century Age of Sail.

The principal vessel is a large three-masted ship of the line, shown under partial sail and flying the Red Ensign, with heavy gun smoke surrounding the stern and port side as it fires a broadside. A second fully rigged warship is engaged to the right, while additional vessels emerge through the smoke and atmospheric haze in the background.

The sea is rendered in deep green-grey tones with white-capped waves and impasto highlights, beneath a dramatic sky of clouds and battle smoke. The composition follows established traditional British maritime painting conventions, creating an atmospheric and visually striking depiction of naval warfare.

The painting is clearly signed “J. Harvey” in white/cream lettering in the lower right.

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Artist
J. Harvey (XX)
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Title of artwork
Naval Battle Scene
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
61 cm
Width
73 cm
Weight
2.3 kg
Depiction/theme
Military
Style
Classical
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