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Report #ART-20406 · Generated June 30, 2026
Harbor at Dusk
John Atkinson Grimshaw (attrib.) · oil on canvas · c. 1885
Estimated value
$18,000–$26,000
87% confidence · 14 comparables
Artist background

English painter known for nocturnal harbor and dockside scenes rendered with photographic precision. Active primarily in Leeds, Scarborough, and London. Works from this period regularly appear at major auction houses, with strongest demand for moonlit coastal compositions.

Legitimacy & authenticity notes
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Appears to be an original work. Canvas texture and brushwork are consistent with hand-painted oil on canvas. No visible print patterns or mechanical reproduction marks detected.
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Signature partially obscured. A signature is visible in the lower right corner but full legibility is limited from this photo. Authentication by a certified appraiser is recommended before purchase or resale.
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This composition was not widely reproduced. No known mass-market print series of this specific work has been identified in our database. This supports the likelihood of an original or limited work.
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Disclaimer. This estimate is for reference only and does not constitute a certified appraisal. For insurance, estate, or resale purposes, consult a certified appraiser.
Comparable sales
Twilight Quay, Whitby
Christie's London · Nov 2025
$24,500
Moonlit Dock Scene
Sotheby's · Mar 2025
$17,850
Harbor Lights, Scarborough
Bonhams · Sep 2024
$21,800
Market trend

Grimshaw's harbor scenes have appreciated approximately 22% over the past 3 years, driven by renewed collector interest in Victorian-era nocturnes.

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