Artist: Albert Strange (British, 1855–1917)

Title: Untitled (Landscape with Abandoned Hulk)

Date: 1890

Medium: Watercolor on paper

Dimensions: 12¾ x 9 inches (32.5 x 23 cm)

Signature: Signed lower left; inscription on verso

Condition Report: The piece is in overall good condition, with minor wear consistent with age and handling.

Description:
Albert Strange’s Untitled (Landscape with Abandoned Hulk) is a beautifully atmospheric watercolor that captures the quiet beauty of a coastal landscape intertwined with maritime nostalgia. At the center of the composition, an abandoned hulk sits in repose, a silent relic of a seafaring past. The tranquil waters in the foreground reflect the soft, muted tones of the sky, enhancing the scene’s contemplative mood. Beyond, the coastline stretches into the distance, gradually dissolving into misty, ethereal mountains.

Strange’s refined watercolor technique lends a delicate touch to the interplay of light and shadow, evoking a sense of solitude and reflection. The subtle blending of pastel hues and his skillful rendering of atmospheric perspective create a dreamlike quality, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in a world where nature and history converge.