Rocky Shore and Gulls, Radiant Antique Varnished Seascape Signed E. Heaten latched metal box There’s a repaired and painted

There’s a repaired and painted over split on the yellow of the legs

it dates from 1772

I love the step back of the lower level on this one

While not every sketch here is super exciting

but which cares

Rocky Shore and Gulls, Radiant Antique Varnished Seascape Signed E. Heaten latched metal box There’s a repaired and paintedThere's a tear to the canvas at upper left, showing a bit of the stretcher underneath, but I find that antique seascapes of this ilk tend to feel all the more moody and atmospheric for the wear and tear on them. And I love the effect of varnish on these old paintings too, making the greens and blues feel otherworldly but also very true to the drama of the sea. Moody and radiant and packing a big visual punch for a small painting. 9 7 8" x 8". General