The U.S. brig Vixen passing Sambro Head Lighthouse, Nova Scotia
Details
Thomas Luny (1759-1837)
The U.S. brig Vixen passing Sambro Head Lighthouse, Nova Scotia
signed and dated 'T Luny 1823' (lower left) and inscribed on an old label attached to the reverse
oil on panel
9 x 12in. (22.8 x 30.5cm.)
Provenance
with The Parker Gallery, London.
Lot Essay
The Vixen, registered at 185 tons, with 14 guns, was captained by Lieut. George V. Read.