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Sails
Sails

Sails

Artist (1868 - 1953)
Datec. 1935
MediumOil on canvas
Dimensions53.7 x 64.8 cm
ClassificationsPaintings
Credit LineCollection & image © Hugh Lane Gallery. Donated by Cecil Harmsworth, 1937. © The Estate of Grace Henry.
Object number798
Description'Sails' is a fine example of Grace henry's later work with its strong colour and expressive brushwork. It was painted in Chioggia, near Venice, Italy. Henry wrote of the place: “It is a historic island and vessels from all parts pass by – very beautiful.”


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