$100
Charles William Day (American, active 1815-1854). "Oxford Ness", watercolor on paper laid down on cardstock, apparently unsigned. Two small watercolor studies on one sheet, the top depicting four views of boats from various angles, the bottom depicting a calm shoreline with two lighthouses and Oxford Castle, presumably, in the distance. Each study inscribed below scene in pencil. Inscribed to older mat underneath current mat "Oxford Ness" at lower center at "P 84/2" at upper right. Verso of structure with paper label from Sabin Galleries Limited of 4 Cork Street, Bond Street W1 listing details on the work and artist. Gold tone address label to verso of structure "Bertha Lykes, Picture Stylist, 900 1st Avenue, New York, N.Y.". Framed approximately 9.375" x 12.5". Sheet size approximately 3.75" x 7.25".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2015-10-17
