Vintage Ship Portrait with Figure - Hand-Colored Photograph or Tinted Print
Fine Art - Photography / Maritime Art

Vintage Ship Portrait with Figure - Hand-Colored Photograph or Tinted Print

This item is a framed vintage maritime artwork, appearing to be a mid-20th-century hand-colored photograph or lithographic print. The composition features a large, dark ship hull propped up on land, showcasing a prominent bow with the name 'Anna Marie' or similar script partially visible on the sides. A small child-like figure stands in the foreground, providing a sense of scale to the massive vessel. The color palette is muted with sepia tones and faded blues, indicative of age or intentional hand-tinting techniques. The artwork measures 1946 x 1564 pixels digitally, though the physical print is housed in a simple modern white mat and black frame. There are notable condition issues including spotting (foxing) throughout the image area, surface grime, and potential silvering of the photographic emulsion near the edges. The sky appears overcast with hazy atmospheric perspective. While the artist is unknown, the style reflects a nostalgic, realist approach to maritime documentary art. The craftsmanship suggests a commercial production or a hobbyist darkroom print from the early to mid-1900s, later matted and framed.

Estimated Value

$150 - $250

Basic Information

Category

Fine Art - Photography / Maritime Art

Appraised On

March 9, 2026

Estimated Value

$150 - $250

Additional Details Provided By Owner

User Provided Information

Unknown artist, untitled artwork size 1946 x 1564

Item Description

This item is a framed vintage maritime artwork, appearing to be a mid-20th-century hand-colored photograph or lithographic print. The composition features a large, dark ship hull propped up on land, showcasing a prominent bow with the name 'Anna Marie' or similar script partially visible on the sides. A small child-like figure stands in the foreground, providing a sense of scale to the massive vessel. The color palette is muted with sepia tones and faded blues, indicative of age or intentional hand-tinting techniques. The artwork measures 1946 x 1564 pixels digitally, though the physical print is housed in a simple modern white mat and black frame. There are notable condition issues including spotting (foxing) throughout the image area, surface grime, and potential silvering of the photographic emulsion near the edges. The sky appears overcast with hazy atmospheric perspective. While the artist is unknown, the style reflects a nostalgic, realist approach to maritime documentary art. The craftsmanship suggests a commercial production or a hobbyist darkroom print from the early to mid-1900s, later matted and framed.

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