Robert Willoughby (1768-1843)

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Robert Willoughby (1768-1843)
The whaling ship Cecillia in three positions in Polar waters
oil on canvas
27 x 39in. (68.5 x 99cm.) (2)
Provenance
Joseph Routh, Esq.

Lot Essay

The Cecillia was owned by Joseph Routh (born 1786) and her captain was John Tomlinson

This lot is accompanied by a carved mahogany panel decorated with rococo foliage in relief and the family crest of the Routh Family. The panel originally formed part of the furnishings of the Captain's cabin.

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