AMERICAN SCHOOL PAINTING OF “HANNAH LITTLE” BY ARCHIBALD CAREY SMITH 1837-1911 OIL ON CANVAS   Oil on canvas                                               19 th Century Viewing area 39 1/2" x 25 1/2"                   Framed 46" x 32" x 2" Signed: bottom right, Smith                      Dated: 1866   Presented is a beautiful and very large oil painting of the sailing vessel, “Hannah Little”, by Archibald Cary Smith, (September 4, 1837 – December 8, 1911). Although we’ve been unable to locate any information about the schooner “Hannah Little”, Archibald Carey Smith had a considerable career as both a painter of marine work and yachting scenes, but was best known, (professionally known as A. Cary Smith), as a naval architect and marine engineer. He studied marine painting for a time but became well known for his innovative design work. He is recognized as the first American to develop the concept of designing a yacht on paper using calculations and comparisons, a method of drafting that has been followed ever since for the construction of yachts and taught in many universities. He designed the first iron yacht in America. In his 55 year career, he designed dozens of yachts.     Showing front detail of the frame: upper right and left   CONDITION: The frame is old, and was in poor condition when received by us. We subsequently had it repaired and the painting securely installed in the frame. There is some discoloration on the gold gilding of this very old frame, but with its ornate and very decorative brass/bronze corners, is a substantial and impressive frame. We believe it is original as it suits this painting exceptionally well. There is some loss of gilding along its edges. The painting is in excellent condition without any “in painting” or repairs. There is very minor and barely visible crackelore evident.        Back showing the original stretcher       Showing back detail of the frame: upper right and left   OUR UNCONDITIONAL NO NONSENSE GUARANTEE: If not completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned, if without damage, within three days of receipt in its original packaging. Return items must be insured for their full value. Only a prior email authorization by us for the return is required. Shipping charges are refundable if due to our error within the continental United States. International buyers welcome, but inquire first. We have satisfied customers worldwide. SHIPPING & PACKING: The cost of shipping, packing, handling, and insurance to your destination, will be calculated point to point and is an additional charge. You may email us to get these costs. We price our shipping honestly, but we expect to be reimbursed for the nominal cost of packaging materials and handling. STANDARD FORMS OF PAYMENT are Bank wire transfer, cashier's check, money order, or personal check in which case the item will be held until cleared. Our prices are quoted net to us so that the use of credit cards or PayPal incur extra charges. Terms on overseas sales are different.  Copyright 2019 by Land And Sea Collection™ All Rights Reserved!