$1,845
Joseph Witham (British, 1832-1901) Portrait of the Vessel John R. Kelley Signed, dated, and inscribed "J. Witham/L'Pool/1886" l.l. Oil on canvas, 24 x 36 in., in a molded and beaded giltwood frame. Condition: Minor repair, retouch. Provenance: Collection of Judge Jon Tom Staton, Edmond, Oklahoma. Note: The John R. Kelley was built in Bath, Maine, in 1883, and was lost in a wreck near the Falkland Islands. Estimate $2,000-4,000 approximately 4 inch repaired tear off the bowsprit and small repaired puncture nearby, with associated retouch and patching, minor spots and lines in inpaint in water l.r., and very minor spots in sky around rigging. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-03-03
