George Mears (British, 1826–1906) The Steamer-Sidewheeler BOURDEAUX

Description:

George Mears (British, 1826–1906)

The Steamer-Sidewheeler BOURDEAUX
Signed and dated "G. MEARS./1879" l.r., identified on a label from Quester Gallery, Stonington, Connecticut, affixed to the frame backing.
Oil on canvas, 20 x 42 in. (50.5 x 106.5 cm),framed.
Condition: Lined, retouch to sky, fine craquelure.

Provenance: A Connecticut estate.

N.B. The vessel and artist are identified in a handwritten label affixed to the frame backing.
Estimate $1,200-1,800

The lining is adhered with glue. The retouch is small areas primarily to the sky. There are losses along the edges, but the surface is stable. The craquelure is also stable.


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