Nina Frigate Rose Bill of RIghts Black Pearl Providence Beach
Description
Vintage Framed Hand-Colored Engraving: Historic Tall Ships Fleet by Beach (Limited Edition)
Item #: 4068
Celebrate maritime history with this exquisite limited-edition engraving featuring a gathering of legendary tall ships. The artwork depicts a serene harbor scene where an impressive fleet of historic vessels is moored at the docks. Soft, hand-colored washes in blues and warm earth tones breathe life into the delicate, intricately etched lines of the ships' rigging and hulls.
The lower margin features a distinct plate mark and is beautifully annotated in pencil. It lists the illustrious vessels pictured: the Nina, the Frigate "Rose", the Bill of Rights, the Black Pearl, and the Providence. To the far left, the piece is numbered as a low limited edition of 55/300, and to the far right, it is pencil-signed by the artist, "Beach." This piece is elegantly presented in a classic, dark wood frame with an off-white mat, matching perfectly with other works by this artist (see item #4067). It is an ideal find for nautical collectors and tall ship enthusiasts alike.
Item Details
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Subject: Historic Tall Ships (Nina, Frigate Rose, Bill of Rights, Black Pearl, Providence)
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Medium: Intaglio engraving/etching with hand-colored accents
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Signatures/Marks: Pencil signed "Beach"; Titled in pencil
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Edition: Limited edition, pencil-numbered 55/300
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Frame Style: Classic dark wood frame with wide neutral matting
Dimensions
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Overall Frame Size: 14 ½” W x 12” H
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Mat/Border Size: 13” W x 10 ¼” H
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Visible Print Size (Image Area): 7 ¾” W x 5” H
Condition Note
This artwork is framed under glass and is in excellent vintage condition. The engraving shows a beautiful, crisp plate mark, and the paper remains clean with soft, well-preserved coloring. The wooden frame is sturdy and shows standard, minimal wear appropriate for a vintage piece. Please review all provided photos closely to fully assess the artwork's character and condition prior to purchase.