DAUNTLESS and SAPPHO Rounding the Mark ca. 1871

A beautiful, miniture canvas transfer reproduced from the original oil painting by noted artist James E. Buttersworth. 

The hand-crafted art transfer process produces the effect of the original paintings. The paintings have been transferred from lithographic prints of the image onto canvas. Brush strokes are applied to enhance the authentocity of the replica, and a coat of varnish is applied to protect the finished product. Comes with a beautiful gold wood frame, 7" x 9 1/2" 

James E. Buttersworth was born in England in 1817, his career spanned over 60 years in maritime art development. His unique style and attention to detail in ship's portraits set him apart from other artists. One of his paintings has been on display in the White House since 1971, and many of his other works are in the collections here at Mystic Seaport, as well as private homes worlwide.