Lot 429 , 19th century Anglo-Chinese School Clipper ship off the coast of China 17.5 x 23in.
19th century Anglo-Chinese School
oil on canvas
Clipper ship off the coast of China
17.5 x 23in.
Estimate £400-600
Oil on canvas that has been relined within the past ten years or so. Canvas now tight but having the appearance of once being rather creased. Distinct craquelure in the lower darker paint. Some retouching in the lighter sky. No signature. Original oriental frame has been overpainted.
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Sold for £700