Vintage Oil Painting Gloucester Harbor Fishing Boats Signed Dilleta 1942
Vintage oil painting depicting working fishing schooners in what appears to be a Gloucester, New England harbor. Signed and dated “Dilleta – 1942” lower right.Executed in a painterly Impressionist style traditional of early–mid 20th century. Expressive brushwork and a muted coastal palette.
The artist appears to be a regional painter; while not currently documented in major artist databases, the work is period-authentic and shows confident, professional technique.
Housed in a period gilt wood frame. Backing paper and hanging wire appear original or early.
*Condition*
Vintage condition consistent with age. The oil painting surface is stable with expected age-related wear, including light surface grime and minor scattered abrasions visible under close inspection. The frame shows wear consistent with age, including small nicks, edge rubs, and areas of finish loss. Backing paper is torn and incomplete, and the hanging wire shows age; . Overall presents well and displays attractively.
Size: approx. 12 5/8” x 1/2" x 9 7/8”
Depth: 1/2”
Weight: 9 oz
9oz
sml art box
4L
JP
