William Adolphus Knell - Vessels in a Harbor C. 1840, Oil on Canvas, British, Framed

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Description

This artist was known for his marine scenes.
This dramatic, impressionist composition, mindful of Turner in feeling and color, was … Read more This artist was known for his marine scenes.
This dramatic, impressionist composition, mindful of Turner in feeling and color, was typical of the work which made him very much in demand by the mid-1800's.
His paintings are in the Royal collection in England as well as in other major museums in Great Britain.
Thieme and Becker list several sources of literature for this artist.
He is also listed in Benezit. The painting is signed and has received Sotheby's highest rating for authenticity.

Provenance
Sale: Sotheby's Los Angeles, October 5 1981, Lot 77A. Private collection of Burton Reis, California

Size with a frame 20x12”
Size without a frame 15.5x7.5”

$3450 was the price according to the appraisal report dated July 2, 1992 (Metropolitan Fine Art Associates). See less