SOLON FRANCIS MONTECELLO BADGER (American, 1873-1919) PORTRAIT OF THE SCHOONER “DONNA T BRIGGS”.

Oil on canvas depicting the American schooner in full sail off the coast. Signed and dated lower left “SFM Badger ’98.” Housed in a giltwood frame. This lot is accompanied by a chronometer and Liverpool jug used on the ship by the last captain. Chronometer: Waltham Watch Co. duel cased having original receipt dated 1925 having Captain Bradford of the Schooner Harriet “B”. Liverpool Jug: 7″ h jug with ship transfer, spread wing eagle “E Pluribus Unum” & Sailor’s Embrace SIZE: 20″ x 30″. Overall: 24-1/2″ x 34-1/2″. Chronometer: Bezel 3″ dia. Case is 5″ sq. PROVENANCE: Acquired directly from the family of the last Captain of the “Donna Briggs”. CONDITION: Painting is in good, restored condition (scattered retouch throughout). Chronometer: Unknown working order. Jug: Losses to some transfer & black highlights, otherwise generally good. 50644-1 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2092

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

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
	2092	$5,925.00	SOLON FRANCIS MONTECELLO BADGER (American, 1873-1919) PORTRAIT OF THE SCHOONER “DONNA T BRIGGS”. Oil on canvas depicting the American schooner in full sail off the coast. Signed and dated lower left “SFM Badger ’98.” Housed in a giltwood frame. This lot is accompanied by a chronometer and Liverpool jug used on the ship by the last captain. Chronometer: Waltham Watch Co. duel cased having original receipt dated 1925 having Captain Bradford of the Schooner Harriet “B”. Liverpool Jug: 7″ h jug with ship transfer, spread wing eagle “E Pluribus Unum” & Sailor’s Embrace SIZE: 20″ x 30″. Overall: 24-1/2″ x 34-1/2″. Chronometer: Bezel 3″ dia. Case is 5″ sq. PROVENANCE: Acquired directly from the family of the last Captain of the “Donna Briggs”. CONDITION: Painting is in good, restored condition (scattered retouch throughout). Chronometer: Unknown working order. Jug: Losses to some transfer & black highlights, otherwise generally good. 50644-1 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2092 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 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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SOLON FRANCIS MONTECELLO BADGER (American, 1873-1919) PORTRAIT OF THE SCHOONER “DONNA T BRIGGS”.