John Mecray Limited Edition Print - The First Defense of the America’s Cup

Description: The First Defense of the America’s Cup, August 8th 1870 Artist: John MecrayDimensions: 21 3/4" x 33 1/4"Image Size: 14 3/4" x 28 7/8"Edition: 750 This is a is new, signed and numbered print by the artist. It has been stored flat in acid free sleeve, out of direct sunlight, and has never been framed. We have been an authorized dealer for John Mecray for over 25 years and have many of his prints and remarques in our inventory or available to us directly from the artist. Our agreement with the artist specifies we list all of his prints at full retail price. Please let us know if you have any questions. About This Print:This print was the official limited edition print for the infamous 23rd defense of the America’s Cup in 1983. It depicts the 1870 challenger Cambria (center left), amongst the best of the New York Yacht Club’s Fleet, tacking out of the Narrows to the Lower Bay. John’s portrayal of the first defense is a poignant tribute to the last defense in Newport. Artist's Biography:Firmly established as one of the world’s premier marine painters, John MeCray’s paintings and limited edition prints have earned him an international reputation for excellence. MeCray grew up in Cape May, New Jersey, one block away from the Atlantic Ocean. Upon completing high school, he was accepted at the Philadelphia College of Art where he majored in illustration and painting. MeCray’s career as a freelance illustrator began even before his graduation in 1961. The following year he was asked back to his alma mater to teach a weekly drawing class. In 1976, after his third offshore sailing trip to the Virgin Islands, he gave up his successful Philadelphia based illustration career and moved to Newport, Rhode Island to fully devote himself to marine painting. Offshore yacht deliveries between New England, Bermuda, and the Caribbean have given the artist a personal knowledge of the effects of wind, sea and light on a variety of sailing vessels. His masterful paintings of classic racing yachts clearly convey their power and grace. Experience, perspective and passion for maritime art set his work apart in a field known for richness in tradition. Payment:Orders within the state of California will 8.5% sales tax upon sale. Payment must be received within 72 hours of winning bid. We accept PayPal, Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover. Multiple orders can be combined with no additional shipping. Shipping:We guarantee your item will arrive in mint condition. This item ships via UPS insured for FREE in the United States and expedited shipping is available upon request on all items. Import duties, taxes, and other charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. About The Gallery:Scrimshaw Gallery is home to the most complete selection of nautical art, scrimshaw, paintings and prints, knives, sculptures and other collectibles. Scrimshaw Gallery represents many of the leading maritime artists working today. Also, Scrimshaw Gallery has the largest collection of contemporary scrimshaw done by the finest artists working in the U.S. We are dedicated to bringing fine art to the experienced collector as well as introducing the fine art of collecting to the novice collector.

Price: 900 USD

Location: Sausalito, California

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