Lot 342: Thomas Chambers (New York/England, 1808-1866/69) Whaling Scene with the American Bark CAROLUS of New Bedford, Massachuset Unsigned. Oil

Est: $1,500 USD - $2,500 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USOctober 27, 2013

Item Overview

Description

Thomas Chambers (New York/England, 1808-1866/69)

Whaling Scene with the American Bark CAROLUS of New Bedford, Massachuset Unsigned. Oil on canvas, depicting the Carolus heading toward a scene with whalemen on whaleboats, a harpooned whale, spouting whales, and distant vessels, 18 1/4 x 24 1/2 in., in a molded giltwood frame. Condition: Canvas applied to Masonite panel, stable craquelure, scattered retouch to water.

Artist or Maker

Thomas (1815) Chambers

Condition Report

Areas of retouch to water to some of the swells, a couple with 1 to 1 1/2 in. solid areas repainted and some areas with speckled retouch.

The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Auction Details

American Furniture & Decorative Arts

Skinner

October 27, 2013, 10:00 AM EST

The Heritage on the Garden 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA, 02116, US

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