$7,995
Attributed to John Hughes (British, 1806-1880) Portrait of the Vessel Mary O'Brien of Thomaston, Maine Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 24 x 36 in., in a molded giltwood frame, sold together with some documentation relating to the Mary O'Brien, a parallel rule and a cane owned by Captain Vesper, and a framed photograph of the captain. Condition: Relined, retouch to edges, one large spot in bow of vessel, other small spots. Provenance: This painting was acquired through auction from the original family in Thomaston, Maine, of a Captain Vesper, who was a partner with the shipbuilder Edward O'Brien in ownership of the ships "Mary O'Brien" and "Edward O'Brien." To the Collection of Judge Jon Tom Staton, Edmond, Oklahoma. Estimate $3,000-5,000 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
