Early 20th Century Attributed to Frank Henry Mason British Marine Watercolor Sailing Boat at Sea

Description

Original watercolor on paper depicting a traditional sailing vessel underway on calm open water beneath an expansive cloudy sky, with several small figures aboard and reflections across the sea.

Measures approximately 10.5 x 14.75 in. Unframed.

No signature visible; acquired as part of a large collection of paintings by Frank Henry Mason. Frank Henry Mason (1875-1965) was a British painter celebrated for maritime and coastal subjects and his railway and travel posters. He exhibited at the Royal Academy and served as a naval war artist during World War I.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Age-related toning and scattered spotting with minor surface and edge wear.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Watercolor

Details:
Art Subjects: Seascape
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Age-related toning and scattered spotting with minor surface and edge wear.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

14.75 x 10.5 x 0.2 in

Early 20th Century Attributed to Frank Henry Mason British Marine Watercolor Sailing Boat at Sea

Lot 0967

Estimate $120-$290

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