FRANCIS AUGUSTUS SILVA (American, 1835-1886) “BRACE’S ROCK

FRANCIS AUGUSTUS SILVA (American, 1835-1886) “BRACE’S ROCK – CAPE ANN, MASS”. Fine gouache/watercolor Gloucester coastal scene shows a large rock at low tide having a connection of rocks to shoreline. The foreground with small white tipped waves breaking onto coastal ledge forming tidal pool. On the horizon are twenty-four large & small sailing vessels. Fifteen seagulls fly close to water and over island. Signed lower left “F.A. Silva 76″. Housed in a gilt molded wood replacement frame with glass front. NOTE: Accompanying the painting are three original labels, one with title and artist (Probably artist written); a label from the Art Dept. International Exhibition from New York State Centennial Board; and a partial label from the same exhibit with artist, title, and price. Also indicating owner. SIZE: Sight: 16-1/2″ x 28-1/2”. PROVENANCE: Descending through the Wolff family of Weston, Massachusetts, originating with Otto August Wolff. CONDITION: Very good with lightness to 1-1/2″ on the top and along the sides from previous matting. Not examined out of frame. 9-23740 (35,000-45,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2012

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
	1088	$0.00	FRANCIS AUGUSTUS SILVA (American, 1835-1886) “BRACE’S ROCK – CAPE ANN, MASS”. Fine gouache/watercolor Gloucester coastal scene shows a large rock at low tide having a connection of rocks to shoreline. The foreground with small white tipped waves breaking onto coastal ledge forming tidal pool. On the horizon are twenty-four large & small sailing vessels. Fifteen seagulls fly close to water and over island. Signed lower left “F.A. Silva 76″. Housed in a gilt molded wood replacement frame with glass front. NOTE: Accompanying the painting are three original labels, one with title and artist (Probably artist written); a label from the Art Dept. International Exhibition from New York State Centennial Board; and a partial label from the same exhibit with artist, title, and price. Also indicating owner. SIZE: Sight: 16-1/2″ x 28-1/2”. PROVENANCE: Descending through the Wolff family of Weston, Massachusetts, originating with Otto August Wolff. CONDITION: Very good with lightness to 1-1/2″ on the top and along the sides from previous matting. Not examined out of frame. 9-23740 (35,000-45,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - August 2012 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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