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Thomas Buttersworth

British 1768–1842 

Thomas Buttersworth was an English marine painter and seaman during the Napoleonic Wars. Born on the Isle of Wight, he enlisted in the Royal Navy in 1795 and later served on HMS Caroline. His works, often commissioned, included naval battle scenes and portraits of ships, reflecting his firsthand experiences. He was appointed Marine Painter to the East India Company. His son, James Edward Buttersworth, also became a maritime painter.

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Thomas Buttersworth; Four Ships in Table Bay, Cape of Good Hope
Four Ships in Table Bay, Cape of Good Hope
22 Oct 2024
Sold for ZAR 70 350
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