Lot 376: James Beard (NY, 1811-1893), Ohio River Packet,oil

James Beard (NY, 1811-1893), Ohio River Packet,oil on canvas, partial signature lower right, dated 1851, a twin-stacked side-wheeler with "U.S." on the paddle casing glides past a fisherman on shore. Steamboats such as this were contracted to carry the mails throughout an ever-expanding American interior. In period gilt wooden frame. Excellent subject and delivery. SS 19.5" x 23.5"; 24" x 28.5"