Original canvas. There are scattered flecks of retouching visible under ultraviolet light, notably spots to some craquelure at the lower left of the composition. Apart from scattered craquelure, notably to the lower left quadrant and just beneath the boat in the right background, this work is in good condition, with rich tones and a clean surface. Held in a decorative, wide, gold-painted moulded plaster and wood frame, with a name plate.
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