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T. Willis: a mixed media ship’s portrait of ‘Eudora’ of New York, 1900

Creator: Thomas H. Willis
Offered by: Wick Antiques LTD

Description
T. Willis: a mixed media ship’s portrait of ‘Eudora’ of New York, 1900. This oil and silk/velvet collage on canvas shows a three-masted ship in full sail, inscribed, signed and dated, ‘T.Willis, N.Y. 1900’. The reverse has the paper labels of the artist and the Paul Mason Gallery, London. In the original bird’s eye maple frame with a gilt slip. American.

Thomas Willis (1850-1917 or 1925) was renowned for his unusual ship’s portraits with silk and velvet applications. The quality of works from his studio varies because some were created by apprentices. The present example is of the best quality and bears his signature so is undoubtedly the work of his own hand.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	oil, silk/velvet on canvas
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1900
Styles / Movements:	Realism
Incollect Reference #:	498139

Dimensions

W.	43 in;	H.	27 in;
W.	109.22 cm;	H.	68.58 cm;

Message from Seller:

Wick Antiques, established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s, specializes in fine antiques with a reputation built on extensive knowledge and long-standing relationships, including with Harrods. Contact Charles at 44.159.067.7558 or via email at charles@wickantiques.co.uk for exceptional pieces curated by a team with expertise in Islamic, Japanese, and fine works of art.

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