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Attrib. Frank Bird Masters (American, 1873-1955) "Camouflaged Ship At Sea" Oil On Board, Ca. 1918

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Location: BRG-Greenwich

Item #: 345275
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Item Description

A wonderful oil on board painting attributed to Frank Bird Masters (American, 1873-1955) depicting a nautical scene with a steam ship appearing in the midst of stormy seas appearing camouflaged in the landscape.
The turbulent sea, well painted with white caps that appear to mimic the turbulent grey sky above. Appears to be unsigned.

Labeled on verso with the artist attribution and title.

Presented within a carved and silver finished frame.

Dimensions:
Sight: 8" H x 10 3/4" W
Frame: 10" H x 12 3/4" W

About the Artist:
Frank Bird Masters was an American artist known for illustration and photography. He studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Howard Pyle School of Art, and Charles H. Woodbury Art School. He originally worked in engineering before switching over to the advertising business. During WWI, Masters served as a camouflage artist for the US Shipping Board. His work has been included on the cover of magazines and books, including the Saturday Evening Post.

Condition

The board has warping with water damage to the verso that does not appear to disrupt from the front of the painting.

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