Sails off Key West Coast
Painting on canvas • Kathy Corey (Key West contemporary school)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Impressionism / Plein Air Regionalism
Medium & Technique
Oil on canvas, utilizing impasto for the clouds, visible expressive brushwork, and wet-on-wet blending in the water
Creation Period
Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Circa 1990-2010)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 11 x 14 inches or 16 x 20 inches; Landscape format
Subject Description
A coastal seascape featuring two white sailboats on a turquoise sea under a dramatic, high-contrast cloudscape. A low spit of land/beach with green vegetation is visible on the left horizon, likely representing the Florida Keys landscape.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the paint layer appears stable with no immediate signs of flaking, though there is visible canvas texture through the paint films.
Estimated Market Value
$300 - $600 USD
Auction Estimate
$200 - $400 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired directly from the artist or a local Key West gallery/art fair; held in a private collection.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of the Florida 'Key West' school of leisure-based maritime art. While the artist is a regional contemporary figure, the work captures the atmospheric light specific to the Gulf/Atlantic confluence.
Notable Features
Heavy textural application of white paint in the cumulus clouds creates a three-dimensional effect against the flatter treatment of the ocean.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust; potential slight yellowing of varnish if applicable; no visible cracking (craquelure) or mechanical damage to the canvas support.
Conservation Recommendations
Periodic dusting with a soft brush; maintain in a climate-controlled environment away from direct UV light to prevent fading of the turquoise pigments.
Collector Notes
Kathy Corey Key West artist, oil on canvas