Bidspirit auction | Louis Aime Japy, 19th c.

Louis Aime Japy, 19th c. Oil on Board, Signed/Dated 1865 - Dramatic maritime oil painting on board depicting ships in turbulent waters near a coastal lighthouse. Signed and dated lower right “Japy 65”, with further inscription on the reverse reading “Japy Louis Hine 1840–1910.” Executed with bold brushwork and atmospheric tones, this work reflects the 19th-century European Romantic seascape tradition. Housed in a carved giltwood frame. 20 in. H, 28 in. W, 1 in. Japy's paintings have reached international recognition, including a record $66,000 at Sotheby's New York. Collectors widely acknowledge the enduring appeal and collectability of his art. This example captures fishing boats battling the surf, a powerful composition from the artist's early career.