Before the Battle, c. 1810
Oil on board
Signed lower left, showing the French squadron (the frigates Ceres and Fame, the brig Achilles, cutter Sparviere, and several others) in the Bay of Naples before their battle with the HMS Spartan and the other British ships on the morning of May 3, 1810; in a carved frame with paper note on verso, "English Marine Painter / Exhibited Royal Acadamy / 1783-1824"
h. 6-3/4 w. 11-1/2 in.
overall: 11-3/4 x 16-3/4 in. (frame)

Limited Preview: Please note that this auction has a limited in-person preview. Not all items may be on display in the saleroom, if you wish to view a particular item in-person we strongly suggest contacting the gallery in advance of your visit.