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2240
$21,780.00

JAMES EDWARD BUTTERSWORTH (American/British, 1817-1894) SALUTING OFF GIBRALTAR.

Outstanding oil on panel Mediterranean scene shows a three-mast American frigate sailing right to left with Gibraltar in background. The American ship is firing on a three-mast, three-deck Man of War. Several other boats are seen on a light greenish/blue sea with seagulls. The American ship has sails up flying the American flag & long ships pennant. Appears to be unsigned. The back having pencil inscription “Gibraltar-Men of War Saluting”. The board is stenciled “Muller Paris”. Housed in a fine modern gilt deep wood frame. SIZE: 6-1/2″ x 9-1/4″. Overall: 12″ x 14-3/4″. CONDITION: Very good, scuffing to frame edge. 52056-1 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 2240


Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017
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