


MARITIME SCENE
Artist: Unknown Artist
Price:
$350.00
Medium: Painting
More Details
Materials: Oil on board
Dimensions: 13" x 19"
Finish: Framed
About the Item: Oil on board, presumed 18th century. In Very Good Minus condition in a Very Good Wood and gilt frame. Painting measures w. 13 in. by h. 6.5 in. Frame measures w. 18.75 in. by h. 12.75 in. Paper backing to frame slightly torn, front facing side has minimal wear. Slight damage to paint in along top and bottom of scene, board partially exposed in thin lines, likely from a previous framing job. Minor surface damage with dust and animal hair dried into paint. Artist signature smudged and illegible. Subjects and highlights clear and bright. Item no. P069. EH consignment. Shelved Dupont.

About The Artist
The anonymity of an artist can arise from several historical and cultural factors. In certain eras or societies, artworks were often products of collective endeavors rather than individual creations, leading to a lack of attribution. Additionally, historical records, vital for identifying artists, may have been lost, damaged, or never created, particularly in periods where literacy and record-keeping were limited. Moreover, some artists may have deliberately chosen anonymity, eschewing personal fame to focus on the universal or communal message of their work. This anonymity can be a deliberate choice or a consequence of the socio-historical context in which the artist worked.
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