Oil Painting: Harbor Scene with Sailboats

The item is a framed oil painting depicting a harbor scene with multiple sailboats, likely junks, under what appears to be a night or dusk sky. The painting features a subdued color palette dominated by blues, greens, and grays for the water and sky, with warmer tones of red-browns and oranges selectively highlighting the boat sails and distant lights. The brushwork appears impressionistic, with visible strokes creating texture and movement, particularly in the reflective water. Several boats with distinct, tall sails are the central focus, positioned on the water with reflections of their forms and lights dancing on the surface. Distant lights from structures or other boats are visible along the horizon line. The painting is housed in a substantial, possibly gilded or gold-painted wooden frame with a somewhat distressed or aged finish. The frame shows signs of wear, including chipped paint or gesso along its edges and corners, suggesting age and handling. The overall condition of the painting itself, though difficult to assess fully from the image, does not show obvious large tears or severe discoloration, but surface dirt or yellowing of varnish could be present given its apparent age. The style suggests a mid-20th-century aesthetic, possibly 1950s-1970s, with influences of maritime art. No clear artist's signature or specific manufacturer's marks are discernible from the provided image, but the quality of the brushwork indicates a skilled hand. The heavy, ornate frame contributes to the overall presentation and perceived quality of the piece.