UNSIGNED (19th Century) BURNING OF THE SHIP “AMERICA” OFF NICARAGUA.

UNSIGNED (19th Century) BURNING OF THE SHIP “AMERICA” OFF NICARAGUA. Large oil on canvas scene shows the steamer “America” burning. Research indicates that the ship burned off Nicaragua in 1869. The “America” was built in 1854 in Ontario, Canada. 1683 tons at a cost of $250,000. Built for the Great Western Railway Company of Canada and used to link Hamilton, Ontario with Oswego, New York. A complete history of the ship is included with the painting. Ship takes up most of the painting and is seen in bright moonlight against a deep blue sky. Side view shows large flames erupting at and above deck line. Many passengers are seen jumping off and swimming towards safety. One stack and mast is fully engulfed and ship appears to be headed for disaster. Unsigned and unframed. A finely detailed painting. SIZE: 38” x 55”. CONDITION: Very good. Restored with inpainting. 9-94260 (25,000-35,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Samoset 2003

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
	697	$0.00	UNSIGNED (19th Century) BURNING OF THE SHIP “AMERICA” OFF NICARAGUA. Large oil on canvas scene shows the steamer “America” burning. Research indicates that the ship burned off Nicaragua in 1869. The “America” was built in 1854 in Ontario, Canada. 1683 tons at a cost of $250,000. Built for the Great Western Railway Company of Canada and used to link Hamilton, Ontario with Oswego, New York. A complete history of the ship is included with the painting. Ship takes up most of the painting and is seen in bright moonlight against a deep blue sky. Side view shows large flames erupting at and above deck line. Many passengers are seen jumping off and swimming towards safety. One stack and mast is fully engulfed and ship appears to be headed for disaster. Unsigned and unframed. A finely detailed painting. SIZE: 38” x 55”. CONDITION: Very good. Restored with inpainting. 9-94260 (25,000-35,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Samoset 2003 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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