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19th Century Sailor's Woolie of a Double Decker Ship of the Line, circa 1850

$3,800
£2,901.20
€3,322.89
CA$5,323.78
A$5,952.64
CHF 3,122.41
MX$72,100.77
NOK 39,414.27
SEK 37,236.96
DKK 24,802.06

About the Item

19th Century Sailor's Folk Art Woolie with a Double Decker Ship of the Line, ca 1850, depicting a larboard side view of a square-rigged double decker warship under standing rigging, with all sails furled, riding at anchor, and flying five British Ensigns (Red, White and Blue), off the mast peaks, bowsprit and stern, set on a calm pastel blue sea, under a peaceful cream sky with faint blue highlights; mounted in the original maple frame with lemon gilt fillet. The woolwork is in very good condition, with only some threads of rigging having drifted astray. The fillet has some wear and chips to the gesso. Measures: 18-3/4 in H x 24 in W
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Nantucket, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AD - 276-06 OWA1stDibs: LU903939834192

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