$3,200
Charles Porter Sismore (Continental, 20th Century) American Vessels Exchanging Salutes off the Liverpool Waterfron Signed "Charles Porter Sismore" l. l., identified on a presentation plaque, with a label from James Wray Picture Conservation, Ipswich, England, on the reverse. Oil on canvas, 21 x 26 in. (53.3 x 66.0 cm), framed. Condition: Craquelure, minor retouch, minor surface grime. Provenance: Christie's, London, South Kensington, Maritime, May 24, 2001, Sale 9110, Lot 567. Craquelure throughout. Partial skinning to signature l.l. Approximately 5 dots of retouch to u.r. quadrant to the right of the star crack.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2011-05-20