American Gaff-Rigged Cutter

Catalog no. 0000932

MediumOil on Canvas with Silk Embroidery
Size16 x 22 Inches
DateCirca 1900

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About the artist

Born in Connecticut, the artist moved to New York City where he was employed in the manufacture and sales of silk thread. In 1880, he ventured into business for himself, taking commissions from owners to portray their well-known New York area yachts. As his reputation grew, he received many commissions from the elite New York Yacht Club. Proving himself an adept creator of oil on canvas backgrounds (often with Long Island Sound as backdrop), he employed fine satin and plush velvet for the vessels’ hulls. With intricate embroidery to accurately describe flags, rigging, and details, his unique…

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