PORTRAIT OF THE SHIP “JAMES LITTLEFIELD” IN STORMY SEA.

Unsigned oil on canvas nautical scene shows the 3-mast black hulled ship under partial sail, sailing right to left in stormy seas. A few figures are seen on deck and the ship’s name is seen on the stern area. The sky has dark clouds with an opening showing blue sky and the sun casting light on the ship in water. Housed in what may be its original gilt frame liner. Note: The “James Littlefield” was built and launched in Bangor, Maine in 1854 (it promptly capsized upon launching and they righted her). In the Civil War, she was sunk by the Confederate steamer “Tallahassee” in August 1864. The “Tallahassee” was captained by James Taylor Wood, nephew of Jefferson Davis and grandson of Zachary Taylor. SIZE: 24″ x 36″. Overall: 26″ x 38″ PROVENANCE: The painting descended in the Tuck family of Bangor, Maine. CONDITION: Conserved in 1997 by Nancy Lee Snow of Falmouth, Maine. Lined, stable craquelure, scattered inpainting, otherwise very good. 50813-1 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2181

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
	2181	$5,036.25	PORTRAIT OF THE SHIP “JAMES LITTLEFIELD” IN STORMY SEA. Unsigned oil on canvas nautical scene shows the 3-mast black hulled ship under partial sail, sailing right to left in stormy seas. A few figures are seen on deck and the ship’s name is seen on the stern area. The sky has dark clouds with an opening showing blue sky and the sun casting light on the ship in water. Housed in what may be its original gilt frame liner. Note: The “James Littlefield” was built and launched in Bangor, Maine in 1854 (it promptly capsized upon launching and they righted her). In the Civil War, she was sunk by the Confederate steamer “Tallahassee” in August 1864. The “Tallahassee” was captained by James Taylor Wood, nephew of Jefferson Davis and grandson of Zachary Taylor. SIZE: 24″ x 36″. Overall: 26″ x 38″ PROVENANCE: The painting descended in the Tuck family of Bangor, Maine. CONDITION: Conserved in 1997 by Nancy Lee Snow of Falmouth, Maine. Lined, stable craquelure, scattered inpainting, otherwise very good. 50813-1 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2181 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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PORTRAIT OF THE SHIP “JAMES LITTLEFIELD” IN STORMY SEA.