Late 19th - early 20th century Chinese School oil painting on canvas portrait of the Steamship Calypso. Exceptionally detailed, and finely done. Flying the Red Duster flag (flag flown by British merchant or passenger ships since 1707), as well as the Blue Funnel Line flags (for the Alfred Holt and Company, trading as Blue Funnel Line, a UK shipping company that was founded in 1866). Artwork in custom, contemporary gilt frame with linen liner measures 19.25" x 25". Professionally restored and relined. Artwork in very good condition. Frame also in very good condition with minor light wear and light marks to linen liner.
