WILLIAM EDWARD NORTON (American/United Kingdom, 1843-1916) SAILING OFF THATCHER’S ISLAND, GLOUCESTER, MASS.

WILLIAM EDWARD NORTON (American/United Kingdom, 1843-1916) SAILING OFF THATCHER’S ISLAND, GLOUCESTER, MASS. Outstanding oil on canvas nautical scene shows a large two-mast ship sailing toward viewer with sails full. A small schooner is shown beside with the twin lighthouses of Thatcher’s Island in the background. Two ships can be seen on the horizon. All under a beautifully executed colorful sky with light blues & pinks. The sun shines off the white sails of the oncoming ship. Signed lower left “W E Norton 76″. Housed in a fine replacement gilt frame with artist plaque. The finest Norton we have had the pleasure to offer. SIZE: 16″ x 24”. CONDITION: Very good with very minor touch up. 9-25668 (15,000-25,000)

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
	1089	$8,050.00	WILLIAM EDWARD NORTON (American/United Kingdom, 1843-1916) SAILING OFF THATCHER’S ISLAND, GLOUCESTER, MASS. Outstanding oil on canvas nautical scene shows a large two-mast ship sailing toward viewer with sails full. A small schooner is shown beside with the twin lighthouses of Thatcher’s Island in the background. Two ships can be seen on the horizon. All under a beautifully executed colorful sky with light blues & pinks. The sun shines off the white sails of the oncoming ship. Signed lower left “W E Norton 76″. Housed in a fine replacement gilt frame with artist plaque. The finest Norton we have had the pleasure to offer. SIZE: 16″ x 24”. CONDITION: Very good with very minor touch up. 9-25668 (15,000-25,000) 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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