American Art and Pennsylvania Impressionists

The unlined canvas in overall good condition. We can see the tacking edge of the top edge of the canvas sticking out, with associated abrasions (normally covered by the frame). With a very shiny finish, due to the varnish. The varnish itself is indeed visible in the darker areas of the canvas as examined under UV light. Strokes of inpainting can also be seen at upper right in the sky. Minor restoration around signature at bottom left. We also note some fluorescence in some highlights of the fishermen but to us, these are pigments and not sign of restoration. 

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