James Edward Buttersworth (American, 1817-1894) , An American merchantman signalling for a pilot in the Channel off Dover | Christie's

Sale 1798

Maritime Art

New York

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31 January 2007

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Lot 258
The Property from the Eric H. L. Sexton Trust

James Edward Buttersworth (American, 1817-1894)

An American merchantman signalling for a pilot in the Channel off Dover

Price realised

USD 102,000

Estimate

USD 40,000 - USD 60,000

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James Edward Buttersworth (American, 1817-1894)
An American merchantman signalling for a pilot in the Channel off Dover
signed 'J E Buttersworth' (lower right)
oil on panel
8 x 10 in. (20.3 x 25.4 cm.)
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The Property from the Eric H. L. Sexton Trust
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