Ernest Bouche (1823- ), "Beached Ship at Low Tide," 19th c., oil on canvas, signed l.r., presented in a period gilt and gesso frame, H.- 35 3/4 in., W.- 21 1/4 in.

As found. Not examined out of frame. Moderate craquelure is observed throughout the center of the canvas. Canvas bubbles slightly outward at corners. A ½ inch circular spot of thicker and lighter paint application is seen to the top left, with a corresponding patch noted to verso. Spot fluoresces under UV light. Scattered areas of inpainting are seen all over the painting, especially throughout the sky. A classic scene. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS IS." NO STATEMENT REGARDING CONDITION OF ANY ITEM, WHETHER IT IS MADE ORALLY AT THE AUCTION OR ANY OTHER TIME, OR IN WRITING IN THE CATALOGUE OR ELSEWHERE, SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY.