James Edward Buttersworth (American, 1817-1894)

A three-masted U.S. merchantman shortening sail off the American coast as the pilot cutter approaches her starboard beam

细节

James Edward Buttersworth (American, 1817-1894)
A three-masted U.S. merchantman shortening sail off the American coast as the pilot cutter approaches her starboard beam
signed 'J E Buttersworth' (lower right)
oil on canvas
18 x 24 in. (45.6 x 61 cm.)

来源

Marine Arts, Salem

拍品专文

This vessel is shown flying the very distinctive American pilot 'jack' (the flag requesting a pilot) at her foremasthead.
It has been suggested that this possibly might be New York Bay.