Rocky Shore and Gulls, Radiant Antique Varnished Seascape Signed E. Heaten virginia summit construction paper remains bright red

construction paper remains bright red and is not especially brittle

All while the lonely elephant at upper right wanders away

PA--an envelop filled with folded up bits of paper

but completely blank back

Rocky Shore and Gulls, Radiant Antique Varnished Seascape Signed E. Heaten virginia summit construction paper remains bright redThere's a tear to the canvas at upper left, showing a bit of the stretcher underneath, but I find that antique seascapes of this ilk tend to feel all the more moody and atmospheric for the wear and tear on them. And I love the effect of varnish on these old paintings too, making the greens and blues feel otherworldly but also very true to the drama of the sea. Moody and radiant and packing a big visual punch for a small painting. 9 7 8" x 8". General