Sailboat at Sunset
Original painting on paper • Signed 'Lee' or 'G. Lee' (Lower right); likely a regional contemporary artist or skilled amateur
Style & Movement
Contemporary Realism / Maritime Art
Medium & Technique
Watercolor on paper using wet-on-wet technique for the sky and dry brush for water highlights
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (circa 1980-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 16 inches (sight); Landscape format
Subject Description
A ketch-rigged sailboat navigating blue waters against a twilight sky. The composition features a mountainous coastline in the background with a vibrant sunset transition from yellow to violet.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; the colors remain vibrant with minimal visible fading
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $350 USD
Auction Estimate
$50 - $200 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a local gallery or art fair; no formal gallery labels visible on the front
Art Historical Significance
Representational of late 20th-century decorative maritime watercolor traditions; serves primarily as a decorative aesthetic piece rather than a seminal art historical work
Notable Features
Distinctive fluid handling of the violet clouds and a crisp white silhouette of the boat hull contrasting against the deep blue sea
Condition Issues
Minor acid burn possible from the non-archival matting; slight rippling of the paper support due to moisture sensitivity; superficial dust on the inner glass
Conservation Recommendations
Replace current matting with acid-free museum board and upgrade to UV-protective glass to prevent pigment fading