"Happy Moments" Oil by E.J. Cobbett | British Genre Scene | 19th Century

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Victorian oil painting “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., depicting a mother holding her child with figures in a rural coastal setting, framed in ornate gilt gesso, England, circa 1860–1880.
19th-century oil painting ‘Happy Moments’ by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., depicting a Victorian mother holding a child with figures by the sea, in an ornate gilt frame – British genre scene, circa 1860–1880.
Victorian oil painting Happy Moments by Edward John Cobbett RBA
Edward John Cobbett Victorian painting mother and child coastal scene
Signature of Edward John Cobbett R.B.A. on Victorian oil painting “Happy Moments,” visible in red paint on lower right corner above ornate gilt gesso frame, circa 1860–1880.
Happy Moments oil painting by Edward Cobbett 1860–1880 England
Brass title plaque reading “Happy Moments” on the ornate gilt gesso frame of a Victorian oil painting by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., English genre artist, circa 1860–1880.
Back of the Victorian oil painting “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., showing aged canvas, original wooden stretcher, and handwritten gallery notes, circa 1860–1880.
Handwritten exhibition notes on stretcher of “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., referencing Royal Academy and British Institute showings, 19th-century London art provenance.
Charles Roberson supplier stamp on the canvas of “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., 99 Long Acre, London, 19th-century British artist materials mark.
A Window to the Past — video showcasing “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., a 19th-century Victorian oil painting of a mother and child, presented by Relic and Rarity.
  • Victorian oil painting “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., depicting a mother holding her child with figures in a rural coastal setting, framed in ornate gilt gesso, England, circa 1860–1880.
  • 19th-century oil painting ‘Happy Moments’ by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., depicting a Victorian mother holding a child with figures by the sea, in an ornate gilt frame – British genre scene, circa 1860–1880.
  • Victorian oil painting Happy Moments by Edward John Cobbett RBA
  • Edward John Cobbett Victorian painting mother and child coastal scene
  • Signature of Edward John Cobbett R.B.A. on Victorian oil painting “Happy Moments,” visible in red paint on lower right corner above ornate gilt gesso frame, circa 1860–1880.
  • Happy Moments oil painting by Edward Cobbett 1860–1880 England
  • Brass title plaque reading “Happy Moments” on the ornate gilt gesso frame of a Victorian oil painting by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., English genre artist, circa 1860–1880.
  • Back of the Victorian oil painting “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., showing aged canvas, original wooden stretcher, and handwritten gallery notes, circa 1860–1880.
  • Handwritten exhibition notes on stretcher of “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., referencing Royal Academy and British Institute showings, 19th-century London art provenance.
  • Charles Roberson supplier stamp on the canvas of “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., 99 Long Acre, London, 19th-century British artist materials mark.
  • A Window to the Past — video showcasing “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., a 19th-century Victorian oil painting of a mother and child, presented by Relic and Rarity.
Victorian oil painting “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., depicting a mother holding her child with figures in a rural coastal setting, framed in ornate gilt gesso, England, circa 1860–1880.
19th-century oil painting ‘Happy Moments’ by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., depicting a Victorian mother holding a child with figures by the sea, in an ornate gilt frame – British genre scene, circa 1860–1880.
Victorian oil painting Happy Moments by Edward John Cobbett RBA
Edward John Cobbett Victorian painting mother and child coastal scene
Signature of Edward John Cobbett R.B.A. on Victorian oil painting “Happy Moments,” visible in red paint on lower right corner above ornate gilt gesso frame, circa 1860–1880.
Happy Moments oil painting by Edward Cobbett 1860–1880 England
Brass title plaque reading “Happy Moments” on the ornate gilt gesso frame of a Victorian oil painting by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., English genre artist, circa 1860–1880.
Back of the Victorian oil painting “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., showing aged canvas, original wooden stretcher, and handwritten gallery notes, circa 1860–1880.
Handwritten exhibition notes on stretcher of “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., referencing Royal Academy and British Institute showings, 19th-century London art provenance.
Charles Roberson supplier stamp on the canvas of “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., 99 Long Acre, London, 19th-century British artist materials mark.
A Window to the Past — video showcasing “Happy Moments” by Edward John Cobbett R.B.A., a 19th-century Victorian oil painting of a mother and child, presented by Relic and Rarity.

"Happy Moments" Oil by E.J. Cobbett | British Genre Scene | 19th Century

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Historical Context & Origin

Artist: Edward John Cobbett R.B.A. (1815–1899)
Title: Happy Moments
Region: England
Period: Circa 1860–1880
Medium: Oil on Canvas

Edward John Cobbett was a celebrated Victorian artist and member of the Royal Society of British Artists, renowned for his idyllic rural and domestic scenes. His paintings embody the sentimental humanity and technical refinement that defined 19th-century British genre art.

Description
Happy Moments captures the tranquil beauty of Victorian life through a warm and intimate family scene. A mother tenderly holds her child beside two companions set against a calm coastal landscape. Cobbett’s signature attention to detail—visible in the soft modeling of faces and the glow of natural light—creates a sense of quiet joy and domestic peace.
Signed lower right: E.J. Cobbett R.B.A.

Features

- Victorian rural genre painting of mother and child by E.J. Cobbett

- Serene coastal composition with refined Victorian palette

- Signed lower right: E.J. Cobbett R.B.A.

- Period gilt gesso frame with foliate scrollwork and shell motifs

- Stretcher stamped Charles Roberson, 99 Long Acre, London—prestigious 19th-century art supplier

Cultural Significance
Cobbett exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy and Suffolk Street Galleries, presenting over 100 paintings throughout his career. His work reflected Victorian values of family, faith, and simplicity—making him a key figure in Britain’s domestic genre tradition.
Happy Moments exemplifies this ideal, blending emotional depth with painterly precision.

Condition
Stable canvas with fine craquelure typical of age. Minor frame wear consistent with antiquity. Vibrant color retention and excellent tonal balance throughout.

Provenance
Handwritten notes on stretcher reference Cobbett’s exhibition history at the Royal Academy and other British institutions.

Dimensions (approximate)
Canvas: Height 30 in × Width 25.5 in
Framed: Height 37 in × Width 33 in

Age
Circa 1860–1880

Learn More 

Discover Details About The Life and Times of E.J. Cobbett: Edward John Cobbett (1815–1899)

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Artist: Edward John Cobbett R.B.A. (1815–1899)
Title: Happy Moments
Region: England
Period: Circa 1860–1880
Medium: Oil on Canvas

Edward John Cobbett was a celebrated Victorian artist and member of the Royal Society of British Artists, renowned for his idyllic rural and domestic scenes. His paintings embody the sentimental humanity and technical refinement that defined 19th-century British genre art.

Description
Happy Moments captures the tranquil beauty of Victorian life through a warm and intimate family scene. A mother tenderly holds her child beside two companions set against a calm coastal landscape. Cobbett’s signature attention to detail—visible in the soft modeling of faces and the glow of natural light—creates a sense of quiet joy and domestic peace.
Signed lower right: E.J. Cobbett R.B.A.

Features

- Victorian rural genre painting of mother and child by E.J. Cobbett

- Serene coastal composition with refined Victorian palette

- Signed lower right: E.J. Cobbett R.B.A.

- Period gilt gesso frame with foliate scrollwork and shell motifs

- Stretcher stamped Charles Roberson, 99 Long Acre, London—prestigious 19th-century art supplier

Cultural Significance
Cobbett exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy and Suffolk Street Galleries, presenting over 100 paintings throughout his career. His work reflected Victorian values of family, faith, and simplicity—making him a key figure in Britain’s domestic genre tradition.
Happy Moments exemplifies this ideal, blending emotional depth with painterly precision.

Condition
Stable canvas with fine craquelure typical of age. Minor frame wear consistent with antiquity. Vibrant color retention and excellent tonal balance throughout.

Provenance
Handwritten notes on stretcher reference Cobbett’s exhibition history at the Royal Academy and other British institutions.

Dimensions (approximate)
Canvas: Height 30 in × Width 25.5 in
Framed: Height 37 in × Width 33 in

Age
Circa 1860–1880

Learn More 

Discover Details About The Life and Times of E.J. Cobbett: Edward John Cobbett (1815–1899)

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