2085

$47,400.00

JAMES EDWARD BUTTERSWORTH (American, 1817-1894) “DOVER PASSAGE”.

Unsigned oil on canvas nautical scene shows a single mast sailboat sailing left to right with sails up flying the English flag. Several deck hands are seen on board. An oncoming tall ship with full sails comes toward viewer with many sails on horizon. The White Cliffs of Dover can be seen on the left side and seagulls fly over a white tipped green sea. Housed in a gesso decorated period frame having some finish losses. On verso is a Quester Gallery Stonington, CT label. SIZE: 12-3/4″ x 19″. Overall: 21-1/2″ x 27-1/2″. CONDITION: Lined, fine craquelure, some minor inpainting, very good. 50858-4 (40,000-60,000) – Lot 2085

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Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

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