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Pair of English Watercolors of Naval Battles by Irwin Bevans in Giltwood Frames

About the Item

Irwin John David Bevan (English 1852-1940) A dramatic pair of English watercolors on paper depicting naval battles. The paintings are inscribed on the versos as follows: The first: Royal Sovereign at Trafalgar bearing the fire of 5 ships. The second: HMS Mermaid's Action with French 40 Gun Frigate Loire, Oct 17, 1798. These dynamic well-painted naval battle scenes are good examples of the genre. Framed in giltwood mouldings with plexiglass glazing. Provenance: A prominent Bay Area family.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Georgian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1880-1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Frames show evidence of wear with minor chips and losses. Sight dimensions: H.12.5" W.19".
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C1021-491stDibs: LU855243480682

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