Frank Vining Smith (1879 - 1967) American

Frank Vining Smith (1879 - 1967) American
Oil on Canvas
Measure 23"in H x 29"in W and 26 1/4"in H x 32 1/2"in W framed

Known for: Marine-ship, wildlife, illustration
Biography: Was an American marine painter renowned for his evocative seascapes and harbor scenes inspired by New England's maritime heritage. A member of the Guild of Boston Artists and a four time recipient of the Richard Mitton Gold Medal Award, he exhibited widely throughout the United States. An avid yachtsman and lifetime member of the Cruising Club of America, Smith drew upon his love of the sea to create works now held in museums and private collections nationwide. Despite declining health in his later years, he continued painting until shortly before his death in 1967.

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