American & Southern | February 26, 2026
Thu, Feb 26, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 1010
Xanthus Russell Smith
Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
Starting Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(American, 1839-1929)
U.S. Gunboat Seneca at the Bombardment of Port Royal, titled pencil lower center "Seneca", inscribed verso "U.S. Gunboat Seneca/at the Bombardment of Port Royal/Commanded by Capt. Ammen", oil on paper, 6 x 8 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 11 x 13 x 1-1/2 in.
Condition
slight surface wear, small tear at upper edge with tape repair verso, spots of accretion at upper right corner, appears to be drops of clear wax; frame with some wear
Available payment options
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Vose Galleries, Boston, Massachusetts (label verso); Charleston Renaissance Gallery, Charleston, South Carolina (label verso); Private Collection, Johns Island, South Carolina
