French School Frigate ‘Kate’ In Stormy Waters

French School Frigate ‘Kate’ In Stormy WatersA 19th century oil on board depicting a three masted British frigate buffeted by stormy waters. Its red ensign is almost torn apart by the wind as it leans heavily towards its starboard side. It bears the name Kate and could perhaps be identified with further research. The painting has accumulated a great deal of wear over the years which seems to amplify the drama of the scene within. Its perfect for a gentlemans study and particularly a dark wall.

He was also an amateur painter and was looking for canvases to practice on

The painting is signed in the lower left and housed within a gilded frame that’s probably its original

It’s a shame that these stories have been lost over time but I’m sure you have your own thoughts on its history

It’s also interesting to note the unconventional look of the subject - she’s beautiful but not in a traditional way (e

Provenance Worcestershire

Battersea was constructed in two phases - with each contributing two chimneys

This gentle portrayal of the Virgin Mary dates to the late 17th-century and depicts ‘Our Lady Of The Thumb’ or ‘Madonna Del Dito’

I wonder how the artist arrived at the point whereby they decided to give this gentleman such a steely look

which was all the rage in Germany at the time

The sitter bears a striking resemblance to the artist’s sister

which in turn led to his political activism later in life

Size including frame 31” x 36” / 79cm x 92cm