Description:
Richard Ball Spencer (British, 1812-1897)
Portrait of the Barque Erinna of Maitland, Nova Scotia
Signed "R.B. Spencer" l.l., ship identified along the lower edge.
Oil on canvas, 19 1/4 x 31 in., framed.
Condition: Relined, restored with retouch, heavy surface grime.
Estimate $2,000-4,000
According to a note on the backing board, this painting was restored in 1985. The same note says that it was found discarded just prior to its restoration.
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