Description:
Thomas Lyde Hornbrook (British, c. 1808-1855)
Royal Navy Vessel in Plymouth Sound
Signed "T.L. Hornbrook" l.c.
Oil on canvas, 14 1/4 x 20 1/4 in. (36.2 x 51.4 cm),framed.
Condition: Canvas trimmed and mounted onto Masonite, spot of retouch in the sky above the red pendant and to cover minor frame abrasion, small paint loss to l.l. corner, fine craquelure, frame abrasions.
N.B. We would like to thank Charles Lanagan for his kind assistance cataloging this lot.
Estimate $600-800
The ship is in the waters of Plymouth Sound, with St. Nicholas Island in the background.
There is evidence of overcleaining the the sails of the foreground vessel.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.