$705
Engraved by Thomas Sutherland (British, b. 1785) CAPTURE of the ARGUS, Aug.t 14th 1813. After a painting by T. Whitcombe, published in 1817 for Jenkin's Naval Achievements. Hand-colored engraving depicting a scene from the War of 1812, showing a British vessel behind the American vessel Argus with the Stars and Stripes lowered in defeat, 8 1/2 x 11 3/4 in., unframed. Condition: Minor toning.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2005-02-20