LOUIS DODD (American, 1943-2006) ROANOKE.

A finely executed oil on panel depicting the Roanoke leaving New York on her maiden voyage bound for San Francisco on December 18, 1892. The graceful white hulled ship is being escorted by tug boats with the Brooklyn Bridge in the background and several smaller vessels in the foreground. White, puffy clouds against a blue sky contrast the calm green waters of New York Harbor. Signed lower right “Louis Dodd”. Housed in a gilt highlighted burled wood frame inscribed with title. This lot includes an example of “The Painting Technique of Louis Dodd”, an oil on panel, with step by step description of a painting depicting two British ships off the coast. Signed lower right “Louis Dodd” and housed in a black frame with inscriptions. This painting is also accompanied by an extensive collection or archive of the correspondence between Louis Dodd and his good friend and agent. The letters and working drawings illustrate and explain the origins and development of most of the artists paintings, many of which were commissioned by clients of the agent. Included are the papers and drawings for the maiden voyage of the Roanoke, the subject of the painting currently being offered. A copy of “The Confederate Raiders” by Thomas J and Sean Coughlin illustrated by Louis Dodd. A sample painting illustrating the technique and steps used in creating the paintings of Louis Dodd by L. Dodd. SIZE: 17″ x 25″. Overall 23-1/2″ x 31-1/2″; Sample: 11″ x 21″. Overall 16″ x 26″ PROVENANCE: Principal ownership by The Sewell Family in Bath, ME 1892. CONDITION: Roanoke in excellent condition; the sample in very good condition. 9-94776 (18,000-25,000) – Lot 1344

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - February 2015

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1344	$12,350.00	LOUIS DODD (American, 1943-2006) ROANOKE. A finely executed oil on panel depicting the Roanoke leaving New York on her maiden voyage bound for San Francisco on December 18, 1892. The graceful white hulled ship is being escorted by tug boats with the Brooklyn Bridge in the background and several smaller vessels in the foreground. White, puffy clouds against a blue sky contrast the calm green waters of New York Harbor. Signed lower right “Louis Dodd”. Housed in a gilt highlighted burled wood frame inscribed with title. This lot includes an example of “The Painting Technique of Louis Dodd”, an oil on panel, with step by step description of a painting depicting two British ships off the coast. Signed lower right “Louis Dodd” and housed in a black frame with inscriptions. This painting is also accompanied by an extensive collection or archive of the correspondence between Louis Dodd and his good friend and agent. The letters and working drawings illustrate and explain the origins and development of most of the artists paintings, many of which were commissioned by clients of the agent. Included are the papers and drawings for the maiden voyage of the Roanoke, the subject of the painting currently being offered. A copy of “The Confederate Raiders” by Thomas J and Sean Coughlin illustrated by Louis Dodd. A sample painting illustrating the technique and steps used in creating the paintings of Louis Dodd by L. Dodd. SIZE: 17″ x 25″. Overall 23-1/2″ x 31-1/2″; Sample: 11″ x 21″. Overall 16″ x 26″ PROVENANCE: Principal ownership by The Sewell Family in Bath, ME 1892. CONDITION: Roanoke in excellent condition; the sample in very good condition. 9-94776 (18,000-25,000) – Lot 1344 Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - February 2015 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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LOUIS DODD (American, 1943-2006) ROANOKE.