William Anslow Thornley Paintings & Artwork for Sale | William Anslow Thornley Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 05, 2025
William Thornley (act. 1858-1898) 'Sunset on the Medway', signed with monogram, inscribed in pencil with title verso, oil on panel, 24 x 19cm
Est: £300 - £500
William Thornley (act. 1858-1898) 'Sunset on the Medway', signed with monogram, inscribed in pencil with title verso, oil on panel, 24 x 19cm
Mallams
Jan. 12, 2025
WILLIAM THORNLEY (BRITISH, 1858-1898).
Est: $600 - $900
'Low Tide - Nortfolk Coast, England'. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Verso: Christies label. Property from a White Plains, NY estate. Dimensions: 10" h x 16" w. Frame: 13.75" h x 19.5" w.
Clarke Auction Gallery
Jan. 12, 2025
WILLIAM THORNLEY (BRITISH, 1858-1898).
Est: $500 - $700
'Clipper & Steam Tug off Hastings Harbor, England'. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Property from a White Plains, NY estate. Dimensions: 14" h x 12" w. Frame: 24" h x 21.75" w.
Clarke Auction Gallery
Jan. 12, 2025
WILLIAM ASHLOW THORNLEY (BRITISH, c. 1830-1898).
Est: $600 - $900
'Sunset - Old Hulks on the Hamoaze near Devonport, England'. Oil on canvas. Signed lower left. Property of a White Plains, NY collection. Dimensions: 10" h x 16" w. Frame: 14.5" h x 20.625" w.
Clarke Auction Gallery
Jan. 12, 2025
WILLIAM THORNLEY (BRITISH, 1858-1898).
Est: $600 - $900
'Seascape, Off the Coast of Whitby, Yorks, England'. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Provenance: Frank S. Schwarz & Son, Philadelphia. Property from a White Plains, NY estate. Dimensions: 10" h x 16" w. Frame: 14.375" h x 20.375" w.
Clarke Auction Gallery
Nov. 29, 2024
William Thornley (British, 1858-1898), A pair of marines
Est: £1,000 - £2,000
William Thornley (British, 1858-1898) A pair of marines One signed lower right, the other signed lower left. One inscribed on reserve ‘French fishing boats outward bound,’ the other inscribed 'The Devonshire' on reverse. Property of a gentleman Dimensions: (Frame) 16 in. (H) x 14 in. (W) (Canvas) 14 in. (H) x 12 in. (W)
Sloane Street Auctions
Nov. 12, 2024
HUBERT (WILLIAM) ANSLOW THORNLEY (BRITISH, FL. 1858-1898) - The Whitby Fishing Fleet with Whitby Abbey in the distance; The foreshore of Whitby with fishing boats unloading their catch
Est: £800 - £1,200
HUBERT (WILLIAM) ANSLOW THORNLEY (BRITISH, FL. 1858-1898) - The Whitby Fishing Fleet with Whitby Abbey in the distance; The foreshore of Whitby with fishing boats unloading their catch HUBERT (WILLIAM) ANSLOW THORNLEY (BRITISH, FL. 1858-1898) The Whitby Fishing Fleet with Whitby Abbey in the distance; The foreshore of Whitby with fishing boats unloading their catch Each signed 'THORNLEY' (lower left; lower right) Oil on canvas 9½ x 15½in. (24 x 39.5cm.) (2, a pair) need relining/cleaning, untouched
Charles Miller Ltd
Oct. 20, 2024
William Thornley (1857-1935) - Signed Oil on Canvas
Est: $600 - $1,200
William Thornley (1857-1935) - Signed Oil on Canvas William Anslow Thornbery aka William Thornley (fl. 1858 – 1898) was an English marine painter, mainly of coastal scenes. This is a wild Coastal Scene, there is much action and this is beautifully done. Oil on Canvas, in a period 1880's frame. This Painting is signed ot the bottom right corner.... and It comes with the Gallery display Light attached to the back of the frame ready to wire up. The frame measures 51cm by 35cm
Danielle Elizabeth Antique & Estate Auctioneers
Oct. 20, 2024
William Thornley (1858-1898) - Oil On Canvas
Est: $600 - $1,200
William Thornley (1858-1898) - Oil On Canvas William Anslow Thornbery aka William Thornley (fl. 1858 – 1898) was an English marine painter, mainly of coastal scenes. This is a wild Coastal Scene, there is much action and this is beautifully done. Oil on Canvas, in a period 1880's frame. This Painting is not signed ... but our Vendors Father Bought the two Thornley Paintings Together and the UK Valuer Gurr Johns Listed these as a period Pair.... and this one also comes with the Gallery display Light attached to the back of the frame ready to wire up. The frame measures 51cm by 35cm Provenance: Sir Robert Craven UK
Danielle Elizabeth Antique & Estate Auctioneers
Oct. 09, 2024
WILLAM ANSLOW THORNLEY (BRITISH ACTIVE 1858-1898), A PAIR OF MARINE SCENES (2)
Est: £400 - £600
WILLAM ANSLOW THORNLEY (BRITISH ACTIVE 1858-1898)A PAIR OF MARINE SCENES Oil on panel, a pairBoth signed (lower right and left)Each 14 x 18.5cm (5½ x 7¼ in.) (2)Provenance: Omell Galleries, London
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
Sep. 21, 2024
WILLIAM ANSLOW THORNLEY (1857-1898) OIL WITH PRINTS
Est: $400 - $600
1. The maritime subject oil on canvas is signed Thornley lower left front for William Thornley (British 1857-1898) . 2. The hand colored lithograph titled Woman with Book is attributed to a Georges William Thornley. 3. An etching titled '' Portrait of Mr. Frank Duveneck'' after William Merritt Chase. Frank Duveneck was an influential artist and instructor who taught many important artists. 4. An unidentified European color etching. Canvas measures 10 x 16 inches. Image sizes range from 7.75 x 6 to 10.25 x 13.25 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Jul. 10, 2024
WILLIAM THORNLEY (1858-1898) A 19TH CENTURY OIL ON CANVAS
Est: £200 - £300
WILLIAM THORNLEY (1858-1898) A 19TH CENTURY OIL ON CANVAS depicting moored fishing boats and figures ashore in a harbour scene. Signed lower left - in gilt moulded frame (24cm high, 44.5cm wide.)
Hutchinson Scott Limited
Jun. 26, 2024
THORNLEY, William (British, fl. 1858-1898). Untitled Offsho...
Est: $500 - $700
THORNLEY, William (British, fl. 1858-1898). Untitled Offshore Ships and Rowboat Scene. Nineteenth century. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Framed and linen backed. 10 x 16 ¼”; frame 15 ¼ x 21 ¼”. Not examined out of frame. Good condition.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Jun. 26, 2024
THORNLEY, William (British, fl. 1858-1898). Untitled Gomsha...
Est: $500 - $700
THORNLEY, William (British, fl. 1858-1898). Untitled Gomshall Shore Scene. Nineteenth century. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right. “Gomshall” in chalk on verso. Framed and linen backed. 10 x 16 ¼”; frame 15 ¼ x 21 ¼”. Not examined out of frame. Good condition.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Jun. 25, 2024
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898)
Est: £600 - £800
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) 'Old Hulks on the Hamoaze'; 'Moonrise, Low Tide' a pair, both signed 'THORNLEY' l.r., oil on canvas 25.5 x 40.5cm (2) Condition Report: Overall: 46.5 x 62cm Relined. Craquelure and surface dirt. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
May. 28, 2024
THORNLEY, WILLIAM ANSLOW (1858 - 1898)
Est: -
Oil on panel. Signed in the lower left corner. Old label on the back.
Duran Arte y Subastas
May. 28, 2024
THORNLEY, WILLIAM ANSLOW (1858 - 1898)
Est: -
Oil on panel. Signed in the lower left corner. Old label on the back.
Duran Arte y Subastas
May. 01, 2024
WILLIAM THORNLEY (BRITISH, 1858-1898)
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
WILLIAM THORNLEY (BRITISH, 1858-1898) WILLIAM THORNLEY (BRITISH, 1858-1898) Shipping signed 'Thornley' (lower right) oil on panel 26.5 x 21 cm William Thornley specialised predominantly in coastal scenes such as the present example. His work showcases his talent for fine detail, and an ability to portray the variable moods of the weather and sea. It is thought that Thornley first exhibited marine works of this kind at the Royal Academy in 1859-1898, as well as the British Institution from 1861-1867.
Chiswick Auctions
Apr. 24, 2024
William Anslow Thornbery (British, 1847-1907) alias 'Thornley' Fishing boats by moonlight, Shoreham Harbour
Est: £600 - £800
William Anslow Thornbery (British, 1847-1907) alias 'Thornley' Fishing boats by moonlight, Shoreham Harbour signed 'THORNLEY' (lower right), indistinctly inscribed 'MOONLIGHT FISHING BOATS ...SHOREHAM...' (on canvas overleaf) oil on canvas 25.7 x 41cm (10 1/8 x 16 1/8in).
Bonhams
Mar. 12, 2024
Hubert Thornley (William Anslow Thornley) (fl.1859-1898), Beached ship on the shore near Whitby, oil on canvas, 30 x 40cm
Est: £400 - £600
Hubert Thornley (William Anslow Thornley) (fl.1859-1898) Beached ship on the shore near Whitby oil on canvas signed
Gorringes
Mar. 12, 2024
Hubert Thornley (William Anslow Thornley) (fl.1859-1898), Fisherfolk along the coast at Whitby by day and night, oils on canvas, a pair, 35 x 30cm
Est: £700 - £1,000
Hubert Thornley (William Anslow Thornley) (fl.1859-1898) Fisherfolk along the coast at Whitby by day and night oils on canvas, a pair signed
Gorringes
Mar. 12, 2024
Hubert Thornley (William Anslow Thornley) (fl.1859-1898), Hay barges and other shipping off the coast, oil on canvas, 40 x 60cm
Est: £400 - £600
Hubert Thornley (William Anslow Thornley) (fl.1859-1898) Hay barges and other shipping off the coast oil on canvas signed
Gorringes
Mar. 12, 2024
Hubert Thornley (William Anslow Thornley) (fl.1859-1898), Shipping at anchor, Mont St. Michel in the distance, oil on canvas, 40 x 60cm
Est: £400 - £600
Hubert Thornley (William Anslow Thornley) (fl.1859-1898) Shipping at anchor, Mont St. Michel in the distance oil on canvas signed
Gorringes
Nov. 11, 2023
Maritime Painting, William Anslow Thornley.
Est: $500 - $1,000
William Anslow Thornbery / Thornley (British, 1847-1907). This oil painting on canvas is signed "W. A. Thornbery", lower right, and also bears an attributed plaque. The work depicts several ships at harbor. It is housed in a gilt frame with a dark blue border. The painting has craquelure, as well as varnish discoloration due to previous smoke exposure and age. The frame's inner gilt border is cracking. The canvas measures 14" x 12", and the frame measures 21 1/2" x 19 1/2". In-house shipping is available. Please see our website regarding our in-house shipping procedures.
Direct Auction Galleries, Inc.
Oct. 18, 2023
William Anslow Thornbery (British, 1847-1907) alias 'Thornley' Moonlight on the Medway
Est: £600 - £800
William Anslow Thornbery (British, 1847-1907) alias 'Thornley' Moonlight on the Medway signed 'LTHORNLEY' (lower right); inscribed 'MOONLIGHT ON THE MEDWAY (on stretcher) oil on canvas 25.4 x 41cm (10 x 16 1/8in).
Bonhams
Oct. 18, 2023
William Anslow Thornbery (British, 1847-1907) alias 'Thornley' Fishing boats off Scarborough by moonlight
Est: £600 - £800
William Anslow Thornbery (British, 1847-1907) alias 'Thornley' Fishing boats off Scarborough by moonlight signed '-THORNLEY-' (lower left) oil on canvas 35.6 x 30.6cm (14 x 12 1/16in).
Bonhams
Oct. 18, 2023
William Anslow Thornbery (British, 1847-1907) alias 'Thornley' Fishing vessels leaving Whitby
Est: £800 - £1,200
William Anslow Thornbery (British, 1847-1907) alias 'Thornley' Fishing vessels leaving Whitby signed 'W.Thornley' (lower right) oil on canvas 40.7 x 61.3cm (16 x 24 1/8in).
Bonhams
Jun. 10, 2023
William Anslow Thornley (1858-1898) coastal scene with boats, Küstenszene mit anliegenden Booten,
Est: €700 -
oil/canvas, signed on lower left Thornley, boats moored on the shore with a view of the city and the castle, H 41 cm x W 61 cm, frame 62 x 82 cm, restored spots
Antikauktion Krefeld
May. 25, 2023
Charles Thornely (aka William Thornley) (British, fl.1858-1898), A Dutch estuary scene, oil on canvas, signed and dated 1877 lower right, possibly inscribed to stretcher verso in pencil (indistinctly), in a 19th centu...
Est: £300 - £400
Charles Thornely (aka William Thornley) (British, fl.1858-1898) A Dutch estuary scene, oil on canvas, signed and dated 1877 lower right, possibly inscribed to stretcher verso in pencil (indistinctly), in a 19th century ornamented cavetto frame, 17½ x 30in. (44.5 x 76.2cm.). * Provenance: Stephen Garratt Fine Paintings, London W14, c.1989.
Martel Maides
Apr. 26, 2023
HUBERT THORNLEY AND WILLIAM THORNLEY (FL. 1858-1898) St. Michael's Mount at Sunset Oil on canvas, 25.5 x 41cm Signed lower left
Est: €1,500 - €2,000
HUBERT THORNLEY AND WILLIAM THORNLEY (FL. 1858-1898) St. Michael's Mount at Sunset Oil on canvas, 25.5 x 41cm Signed lower left
Adam's
Apr. 04, 2023
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898)
Est: £300 - £500
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) Bringing in the catch signed with a monogram l.l., oil on canvas 25.5 x 41cm Provenance: The Estate of Mrs Althea Lloyd. Condition Report: Overall 39 x 54cm The canvas appears to be unlined, there is a small repair to the upper left sky. Not examined under UV light, please contact the department for a full report.
Sworders
Apr. 04, 2023
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898)
Est: £250 - £350
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) Fishing boats making for port signed 'W Thornley' l.r., oil on canvas 20 x 40.5cm Provenance: The Estate of Mrs Althea Lloyd. Condition Report: Overall 36.5 x 56.5cm Canvas is lined. There is some minor surface dirt, otherwise well presented and ready to hang. Not inspected under UV light. For a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Apr. 04, 2023
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898)
Est: £500 - £700
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) 'Thames shipping on the Medway' oil on canvas 30 x 51cm Provenance: The Estate of Mrs Althea Lloyd. Condition Report: Overall 50 x 70cm Generally good original condition with no obvious signs of damage or restoration. Unlined canvas. Not inspected under UV light, please contact the department for a full report.
Sworders
Mar. 25, 2023
William Anslow THORNLEY (act.1858-1898)
Est: €200 - €300
William Anslow THORNLEY (act.1858-1898) Navire dans la tempête Huile sur toile. Signé en bas à droite 26 x 36 cm
Carvajal SVV
Oct. 29, 2022
Thornley, William (England 1858/9 - 1898, Marinemaler, hauptsächlich von Küstenszenen),
Est: -
Thornley, William (England 1858/9 - 1898, Marinemaler, hauptsächlich von Küstenszenen), "Maritime Szene vor der Küste", Öl auf Leinwand, doubliert, schwer leserlich signiert unten links, 30 x 55.5 cm. Der englische Künstler William Thornley signierte seine attraktiven Ansichten der Schiffs- und Bootsfahrt vor der englischen, holländischen und französischen Küste unter verschiedenen Namen, wie z.B. Charles, Hubert und William Anslow Thornley sowie Variationen von Thornbery, seinem eigentlichen Familiennamen. Bereits zu Lebzeiten war er in vielen Ausstellungsräumen Englands und auch in Paris mit seinen Werken vertreten.
Auktionshaus Plückbaum
Oct. 25, 2022
William Anslow Thornley (British fl, 1858-1898) Passengers disembarking a ship before St. Michael's Mount
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
William Anslow Thornley (British fl, 1858-1898) Passengers disembarking a ship before St. Michael's Mount signed 'Thornley' (lower right) oil on canvas 40.4 x 61cm (15 7/8 x 24in).
Bonhams
Oct. 25, 2022
William Anslow Thornley (British fl, 1858-1898) 'Evening, Old Hulk on the Medway near Chatham'; 'Low tide, The Medway below Rochester', a pair each 14.9 x 20.7cm (5 7/8 x 8 1/8in). (2)
Est: £800 - £1,200
William Anslow Thornley (British fl, 1858-1898) 'Evening, Old Hulk on the Medway near Chatham'; 'Low tide, The Medway below Rochester', a pair both signed 'W.A.THORNBERY' (lower right); each further signed and titled (on artist's label verso) oil on panel each 14.9 x 20.7cm (5 7/8 x 8 1/8in). (2)
Bonhams
Sep. 27, 2022
William Anslow Thornley (fl.1858-1898)
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
William Anslow Thornley (fl.1858-1898) William Anslow Thornley (fl.1858-1898) St Michael's Mount at sunset; A bonfire on the beach, figures waiting for the catch a pair, the first signed 'W Thornley' l.l., oil on canvas 35.5 x 30.5cm (2) Condition Report: overall: 44 x 38.5cm
Sworders
Apr. 27, 2022
William Anslow Thornley (British fl, 1858-1898) Harbour scene at sunset; Harbour scene at moonlight, a pair each 22.5 x 17.1cm (8 7/8 x 6 3/4in). (2)
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
William Anslow Thornley (British fl, 1858-1898) Harbour scene at sunset; Harbour scene at moonlight, a pair both signed 'W.Thornley' (the first lower right, the second lower left) oil on panel each 22.5 x 17.1cm (8 7/8 x 6 3/4in). (2) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Sep. 20, 2021
William Anslow Thornley (1847-1907), oil on canvas, Sunset on Eastbourne, monogram back, craquelé, m
Est: €200 - €400
William Anslow Thornley (1847-1907), oil on canvas, Sunset on Eastbourne, monogram back, craquelé, minimal damage, dim. 20 x 40 cm.
Venduehuis Dickhaut Maastricht
Jul. 14, 2021
WILLIAM THORNLEY (BRITISH FL.1858-1898) MOONRISE ON THE MEDWAY
Est: £600 - £800
Signed, oil on canvas (Dimensions: 23.5cm x 44cm (9.25in x 17.25in)) (23.5cm x 44cm (9.25in x 17.25in))
Lyon & Turnbull
Jul. 01, 2021
Charles Thornely (aka William Thornley) (British, fl.1858-1898) A Dutch estuary scene oil on canvas, signed and dated 1877 lower right,
Est: £600 - £800
Charles Thornely (aka William Thornley) (British, fl.1858-1898) A Dutch estuary scene oil on canvas, signed and dated 1877 lower right, possibly inscribed to stretcher verso in pencil (indistinctly), in a 19th century ornamented cavetto frame 17 1/2 x 30in. (44.5 x 76.2cm.) * Provenance: Stephen Garratt Fine Paintings, London W14, c.1989. ** Canvas has been relined. Original stretcher. Canvas in good condition overall and clean. Some retouching and repainting visible under UV, particularly to the shoreline at lower left, shadow beneath central barge and in places among the clouds. Some strengthening visible to detail on the boats and distant shoreline.
Martel Maides
Jun. 29, 2021
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898)
Est: £250 - £350
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) Waiting for the catch indistinctly signed l.r., oil on canvas laid down on board 25 x 45cm
Sworders
Jun. 29, 2021
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898)
Est: £600 - £800
William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) William Thornley (fl.1858-1898) Shipping on a river at sunset signed 'Thornley' l.l., oil on canvas 40.5 x 61cm
Sworders
Jun. 11, 2021
WILLIAM THORNLEY (BRITISH, FL. 1830-1898) OIL ON CANVAS, H 10", W 16", MOUNTS BAY, ST. MICHAEL'S MOUNT
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
WILLIAM THORNLEY (BRITISH, FL. 1830-1898) OIL ON CANVAS, H 10", W 16", MOUNTS BAY, ST. MICHAEL'S MOUNT A 19th century oil on canvas by William Thornley. Depicting ship repair scene near Mounts Bay with St. Michael's Mount of Cornwall in the distance. Artist's signature to the lower right. Frame measures H 18.5" x L 25".
DuMouchelles
May. 27, 2021
William (Anslow) Thornley (British c.1830-1898), Moonlit estuary; A quay at dawn (2)
Est: £1,000 - £2,000
William (Anslow) Thornley (British c.1830-1898)Moonlit estuary; A quay at dawnOil on canvas, a pairThe first signed (lower right), the other signed (lower left)Each 35 x 30cm (13¾ x 11¾ in.) (2)
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
May. 27, 2021
William (Anslow) Thornley (British c.1830-1898), Rochester Harbour at dusk
Est: £400 - £600
William (Anslow) Thornley (British c.1830-1898)Rochester Harbour at duskOil on canvasSigned (lower left) and inscribed (lower right)25.5 x 35.5cm (10 x 13¾ in.)
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
May. 27, 2021
William (Anslow) Thornley (British c.1830-1898), St Michael's Mount
Est: £600 - £800
William (Anslow) Thornley (British c.1830-1898)St Michael's Mount, CornwallOil on canvasSigned (lower left)35 x 30cm (13¾ x 11¾ in.)
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales