Charles Bradsher Watercolor Seascape Painting, 1959

This item is an original watercolor painting on paper, framed under glass. The artwork features an impressionistic or abstract seascape composition, dominated by horizontal bands of color: a muted blue sky, a textured darker blue horizon line, and a striking turquoise-teal band representing water atop a pale sand-colored foreground. The painting is executed on a heavy-weight, textured watercolor paper, visible through the grain and pigment absorption. A critical identifying feature is the artist's signature in the lower right corner, which reads 'Charles Bradsher - BARBADOS 1959'. The script is fluid and suggests mid-century professional hand-lettering. The color palette is evocative of tropical Caribbean landscapes, consistent with the Barbados locale noted by the artist. Regarding condition, there are some visible foxing spots (small brown age-related spots) on the paper, particularly in the lower left and center regions. The paper appears slightly buckled, which is common for older watercolor works. The frame shows slight wear along the gold-toned edge. The craftsmanship reflects a confident use of wet-on-wet and dry-brush watercolor techniques common in mid-20th-century regional American or expatriate art styles.