Alfred Perkins (American, active 19 c.) oil on canvas, depicting marine scene in moonlight with boats and lighthouse, signed lower right: "A. Perkins." Note: A similar example sold at Skinner (Boston) on May 19, 2017, "American & European Works of Art," Lot 263. Image: 18" H x 31.5" W; frame: 30.75" H x 44" W x 4" D. Losses to frame.

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