Sailboats Near Beach with Trees
Painting on board (likely masonite or hardboard) • Bob Mynott
Style & Movement
Contemporary Folk Art / Regional Amateur School
Medium & Technique
Oil or acrylic paint applied using direct brushwork with visible impasto in the white caps of the waves and sails; utilizing a decorative realism technique
Creation Period
1994
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 18 x 24 inches (image size); landscape format
Subject Description
A tropical coastal scene featuring three sailboats on turquoise water near a white sandy beach. The foreground boat features a distinct rainbow-colored spinnaker sail. The background consists of lush green hills and palm trees under a clear blue sky. The composition uses a diagonal beach line to create depth.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The paint layer appears stable with vibrant pigment retention.
Estimated Market Value
$100 - $250
Auction Estimate
$50 - $150
Provenance History
Acquired through a secondary retail or thrift market (indicated by the $165 price tag and hang-tag). Likely held in a private local collection previously.
Art Historical Significance
This piece is representative of late 20th-century regional hobbyist or decorative painting. It reflects the popularity of tropical subjects and accessible maritime art often found in coastal vacation communities.
Notable Features
Signed and dated 'Bob Mynott '94' in the lower right corner; features a period-appropriate 1990s gilded frame with a linen-style inner fillet; include a detailed descriptive tag from a retail seller.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust; slight wear to the gilt finish of the frame; no significant cracking or loss is visible in the provided image.
Conservation Recommendations
Surface cleaning by a professional if dust accumulation increases; display away from direct UV sunlight to prevent fading of the rainbow pigments; maintain stable indoor humidity.