Oil on canvas (lined), signed and dated 1825 at lower left, presented in a later gilt composition frame with gallery plaque reading:
Commodore Sir J. B. Warren Bt in H.M.S. Canada, Together with H.M.S. Robust, H.M.S. Foudroyant and Five Frigates, Engaging a French Fleet Under Commodore J.B.F. Bompart, 12th October, 1798 and Thereby Preventing an Invasion of Ireland at Lough Swilly.

Stretcher size 24 x 34 in.; Frame dimensions 31 x 41 in.

Private Collection, Goldsboro, North Carolina

The Parker Gallery, London

Thomas Luny, a notable English marine painter of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, is renowned for his skillful rendering of seascapes and naval scenes. His works often depict dramatic maritime settings, capturing the power and grandeur of the ocean with remarkable detail and realism. Luny's proficiency in depicting ships, varying weather conditions, and the play of light on water surfaces earned him recognition and patronage from naval officers, aristocrats, and the British royal family. Through his prolific output and technical expertise, Luny contributed significantly to the popularization of marine art during his era, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to inspire admirers of maritime painting.

Minor rubbing and cracking to frame; minor spot touch-ups visible under UV light in lower right corner, not affecting signature.