UNSIGNED (American, 19th Century) THE RACE BETWEEN FAVORITA AND THE CHESTER A. ARTHUR.

Large oil on canvas racing scene shows the Favorita leading the Chester A. Arthur with another schooner, unnamed, following. They are approaching a two-story building with many people looking on. A tall flagpole flies the American flag and supports a long string of pennants. All is shown under a colorful sunset sky. The background has church steeples, buildings & docks. NOTE: The Favorita was a New York Yacht Club schooner which raced in 1858, 1859 & 1860 in multiple boat races around Long Island. Housed in a fine gilt molded wood frame. SIZE: 26-1/2″ x 37-1/4″. Overall: 33″ x 44″. CONDITION: Lined, restored with inpainting. Good. 52099-43 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2402

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

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
	2402	$6,050.00	UNSIGNED (American, 19th Century) THE RACE BETWEEN FAVORITA AND THE CHESTER A. ARTHUR. Large oil on canvas racing scene shows the Favorita leading the Chester A. Arthur with another schooner, unnamed, following. They are approaching a two-story building with many people looking on. A tall flagpole flies the American flag and supports a long string of pennants. All is shown under a colorful sunset sky. The background has church steeples, buildings & docks. NOTE: The Favorita was a New York Yacht Club schooner which raced in 1858, 1859 & 1860 in multiple boat races around Long Island. Housed in a fine gilt molded wood frame. SIZE: 26-1/2″ x 37-1/4″. Overall: 33″ x 44″. CONDITION: Lined, restored with inpainting. Good. 52099-43 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2402 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017 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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UNSIGNED (American, 19th Century) THE RACE BETWEEN FAVORITA AND THE CHESTER A. ARTHUR.