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Ennemond Payen's Grisaille Painting On Paper

Ennemond Payen's Grisaille Painting On Paper  Depicts a quiet night in the port of Algiers, featuring Jupiter and Jena warships. Grisaille is a monochromatic painting technique that Payen employed to create depth and realism in representing the warships and the port. The painting is historically significant, showcasing Jupiter and Jena warships, two iconic vessels from the Napoleonic Wars. Payen's mastery of the grisaille technique is evident in the detailed rendering of the warships and the port, providing a glimpse into 19th-century naval warfare and seafaring. The painting is signed "E Payen" in the lower right corner and inscribed in French, which translates roughly to "Quiet night in the port of Algiers." Size: Image: 18.3 x 24.6 in. (46.5 x 62.5 cm.)  Frame: 29 x 35.2 in. (73.7 x 89.4 cm.) Shipping:We do not have an in-house shipping department. We can point you in the right direction and give you recommendations. For a list of shippers, we kindly ask that you visit www.collectivehudson.com/shippingWe have a few shippers who operate on the east coast with competitive pricing: Andrew Prial, Paul Bzwadka, and Joe Garden. White Rabbit Courier runs consistent trips from NY to Florida. These names are listed on our site.