September Uncurated: Art, Furnishings, and Estate Discoveries
Lot 197:
Description
J. Clark (United States, ca. 1858-1902). Oil on board, maritime scene depicting a group of three-masted sailing vessels navigating choppy, deep-blue waters under a clouded sky. The painting is signed J. Clark in paint in the lower left corner. It is housed in an ornate gilt-wood frame featuring scrolling foliate motifs and a wide, plain gold-toned inner slip. Sight: 8 x 17.5 inches. Frame: 16 x 26 inches.
Location: Bin 1
Condition report:
The painting is in overall good condition with a light layer of surface grime and some yellowing to the varnish. No significant paint loss, flaking, or major craquelure is noted. The ornate gilt-wood frame exhibits minor losses to the gilding, particularly at the corners, and typical age-related cracking to the gesso decoration. The board is securely held within the frame.
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