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J. Duncan Gleason
The Brig Pilgrim

c. 1915

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Measurements Painting 30.25 x 25.25 inches Framed 34 5/8 x 29 3/4 inches Joe Duncan Gleason (1881 - 1959) was a California Impressionist painter who was highly regarded for his maritime paintings and depictions of sailing ships and naval history. His style is characterized by dynamic compositions, rich colors, and an emphasis on the accurate movement of water and sky. The ship depicted is the Brig, Pilgrim, which sailed along the California coast in the 1830s and 1840s. It was a full-rigged ship which played a significant role in American maritime history. The Pilgrim became famous through Richard Henry Dana Jr.'s memoir Two Years Before the Mast (1840), which documented his experiences as a common sailor on a voyage from Boston to California during that period. Duncan Gleason’s passion for maritime subjects portrayed ships in dramatic seascapes with a keen eye for historical accuracy. His works are admired for their vibrant colors, movement and color of water and light, all which captured the power of the sea and the elegance of sailing vessels. The Pilgrim sailed along the California coast during the hide trade era. A replica of this famous ship was moored for many years in Dana Point Harbor, before it perished in inclement weather. A museum in Dana Point is dedicated to the Pilgrim, and to Dana. The museum also displays a copy of this painting. We are offering here the original canvas, painted c. 1915. It has been highly exhibited and published, and was part of the famous maritime collection of Richard Kelton of Los Angeles. Gleason’s work is in many fine museum and private collections nationwide. This painting is in excellent condition. It has been lined with minor retouch (if any), and retains its original hand carved and gilt wood frame. From the estate of Hollywood Star Allen Jenkins (1900 - 1974). By descent in the family. Private collection, Marina Del Rey.
  • Creator:
    J. Duncan Gleason (1881 - 1959, American)
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1915
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.625 in (87.95 cm)Width: 29.75 in (75.57 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    NoPrice: $165,000
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  • Condition:
    Excellent, lined, California Impressionism Frame: carved metal leaf over wood, scuffing.
  • Gallery Location:
    Spokane, WA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2842215834572

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