
Description
(American, 1815-1897)
United States, 1852, signed lower right "Picture Drawn & Painted by James Bard NY 1852 686 Washington St", additionally inscribed lower left "Built by....Engine built by Morgans Works NY", oil on canvas, 43-1/2 x 65-1/2 in.; fine reproduction carved gilt wood frame, 51-1/2 x 74-1/2 x 4 in.
Provenance: Private Collection Florida
Literature: Peluso, Anthony J., and Mariners' Museum (Newport News, Va). 1997. The Bard Brothers : Painting America under Steam and Sail. New York: H.N. Abrams, in association with the Museum. pp. 47, ill., 171.
Condition
lined, with an aluminum plate that has been sandwiched between the original canvas and lining, crackle, cupping, tiny spots of flaking and paint loss primarily in water, small areas of retouch throughout; frame with wear and small surface lossesThis work was recently assessed by Yost Conservation. Their treatment proposal is available upon request. Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
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James Bard
Estimate $30,000-$50,000
Starting Price
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American & Southern | February 26
Feb 26, 2026 10:00 AM ESTAsheville, NC, United States
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