Gaston Bethune (1857- 1897), "Boats off the Coast," and "Beach Scene," 19th c., pair of oils on panel, signed l.r., presented in ebonized frames, H.- 9 1/4 in., W.- 13 3/8 in.

Condition consistent with age. Brownish-yellow discoloration is observed throughout the pair. Beach Scene- A flea-size brown spot is seen near the horizon in the center. A flea-size grey spot is observed on the horizon to the left. Scattered lighter brown spots are observed throughout. Boats off the Coast- An approximate 1 inch cluster of yellow drips is observed in the lower half. Slight craquelure is seen along the top and upper right corner. Several flea-size brown spots are observed along the right side. A lovely pair. 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.