$3,198
George Mears (British, 1826–1906) The Royal Yacht at Margate Signed and dated "G Mears/1887" l. r., identified on labels from Frost & Reed, London, affixed to the stretcher, and from Quester Gallery, Stonington, Connecticut, affixed to the frame backing. Oil on canvas, 23 3/4 x 42 in. (60.0 x 106.5 cm), framed. Condition: Lined, retouch, fine craquelure. Provenance: A Connecticut estate. N.B. The full title provided on the Frost & Reed label is The Royal Yacht on arrival at Margate on 6th March 1863, with H.R.H. Prince of Wales aboard . George Mears is frequently described as active 1860-1895. The birth and death years referenced above were taken from the listing on www.artuk.org.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2016-09-23
