Old Painting “Tintern Abbey” by James Poole

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Old Painting “Tintern Abbey” by James Poole
Dimensions of the painting only: 11 x 16 inches
Dimensions with original frame: 16.5 x 21.5 inches
The frame needs restoration. (Please request photos of its current condition.) It will be shipped in its current, unrestored condition.
The painting is in its original, unrestored condition. It has only a small hole. (Please request detailed photos.)
It has a label on the back with the inventory number from a former private collection that reads: 275 Tintern Abbey, oil on canvas 11 x 16 inches (Please request photos of the back.)

A Quiet Observer of the English Landscape: The Life and Art of James Poole
James Poole, born in 1804, remains a somewhat enigmatic figure within the pantheon of British landscape painters. While not achieving the widespread renown of contemporaries like Turner or Constable, his serene and meticulously rendered depictions of the English countryside offer a compelling glimpse into the Victorian appreciation for natural beauty and the evolving artistic sensibilities of the era. Poole’s life, although relatively undocumented, appears to have been one dedicated to observation and faithful representation – qualities that permeate his entire *oeuvre*. He spent much of his career documenting the landscapes surrounding Norwich, Norfolk, becoming particularly associated with scenes of Skiddaw in Cumbria, a testament to his willingness to travel for compelling subject matter. His work provides valuable insight into the visual world experienced by those living through a period of rapid industrialization and social change, offering a counterpoint of tranquility and enduring natural form.