9th Mar, 2023 10:30
Spring Specialist Sale
Attributed to Carolus Ludovicus Weyts (Belgian, 1828-1875) - 'The Star of India'
Attributed to Carolus Ludovicus Weyts (Belgian, 1828-1875) - Oil on reverse glass - The fully rigged three-masted ship 'The Star of India', flying Red Ensign and with pennant 'W&RW (William and Richard Wright, Liverpool), having a recessed painted diorama-style background showing the South Foreland lighthouse, titled in gilt script on a black band 'The Star of India of St. Jonh N.B. (New Brunswick), Capt. A. Braes. Passing South Foreland 1867', unsigned, 58cm x 83cm, in gilt slip and simulated rosewood frame
The Star of India was built Clifton, New Brunswick and registered at St. John in 1861. Gross tonnage 1697 tons. She was re-registered in Liverpool after 1867.
Sold for £2,800
Attributed to Carolus Ludovicus Weyts (Belgian, 1828-1875) - Oil on reverse glass - The fully rigged three-masted ship 'The Star of India', flying Red Ensign and with pennant 'W&RW (William and Richard Wright, Liverpool), having a recessed painted diorama-style background showing the South Foreland lighthouse, titled in gilt script on a black band 'The Star of India of St. Jonh N.B. (New Brunswick), Capt. A. Braes. Passing South Foreland 1867', unsigned, 58cm x 83cm, in gilt slip and simulated rosewood frame
The Star of India was built Clifton, New Brunswick and registered at St. John in 1861. Gross tonnage 1697 tons. She was re-registered in Liverpool after 1867.
Auction: Spring Specialist Sale, 9th Mar, 2023
Our Spring Specialist Sale of Fine Furniture, Modern Design, Paintings, Prints, Silver, Jewellery, Watches, Ceramics, Glassware & other Collectors Items.
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Wednesday 8th March 10am to 5pm
