Modern Glass Mosaic of a Scenic Harbor with Boat
Fine Art / Mosaic Artwork

Modern Glass Mosaic of a Scenic Harbor with Boat

This is a detailed, multi-colored glass mosaic artwork depicting a nautical scene, likely dating from the mid-to-late 20th century. The composition features a white and black motorboat anchored in choppy, terracotta-colored water, set against a background of a light blue sky and a white-pillared structure or fence. The piece is constructed using irregular, closely-fitted tesserae of glass in various shades of mauve, white, deep brown, and pale green, all set into a dark gray or black rectangular board. The craftsmanship shows a high level of intricacy in the way the shards are shaped to suggest light reflections on the water and the structural details of the boat. The color palette is earthy and subdued, punctuated by high-contrast whites. In terms of condition, the mosaic appears largely intact, though there is visible chipping and wear along the dark edges of the backing board, particularly on the left and bottom sides. Some irregularities in the grout line suggest an artisanal or folk-art origin. No visible maker's marks or signatures are present on the front, suggesting it may be a student work or a piece by a hobbyist artist typical of mid-century decorative crafts.

Estimated Value

$40 - $80

Basic Information

Category

Fine Art / Mosaic Artwork

Appraised On

March 22, 2026

Estimated Value

$40 - $80

Additional Details Provided By Owner

User Provided Information

Unknown artist, untitled artwork

Item Description

This is a detailed, multi-colored glass mosaic artwork depicting a nautical scene, likely dating from the mid-to-late 20th century. The composition features a white and black motorboat anchored in choppy, terracotta-colored water, set against a background of a light blue sky and a white-pillared structure or fence. The piece is constructed using irregular, closely-fitted tesserae of glass in various shades of mauve, white, deep brown, and pale green, all set into a dark gray or black rectangular board. The craftsmanship shows a high level of intricacy in the way the shards are shaped to suggest light reflections on the water and the structural details of the boat. The color palette is earthy and subdued, punctuated by high-contrast whites. In terms of condition, the mosaic appears largely intact, though there is visible chipping and wear along the dark edges of the backing board, particularly on the left and bottom sides. Some irregularities in the grout line suggest an artisanal or folk-art origin. No visible maker's marks or signatures are present on the front, suggesting it may be a student work or a piece by a hobbyist artist typical of mid-century decorative crafts.

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