Ernest Finkernagel (American/German, 19th century), River Nocturne

Oil on canvas (lined), 1855, signed and inscribed "New York" at lower right, presented in a period gilt composition frame.

Stretcher size 40 x 52 in.; Frame dimensions 50 x 61 3/4 in.

Private Collection, Charlotte, North Carolina

Several light, scattered abrasions; scattered retouch under UV light; some areas of overcleaning; frame with scattered loss (missing top right spandrel to top right interior frame).