A. E. Backus Watercolor on paper

Updated October 15, 2026

Title: Sailboat on a Lagoon Framed by Palms Technique: Watercolor on paper Measures: 12 x 15 inches (approximately 30.5 x 38.1 cm) Year: Undated Condition: Appears in good overall condition. The work displays soft, luminous washes, loose brushwork, and gentle tonal transitions throughout. Minor surface wear and age-related imperfections may be present. Presented in a light gold-toned wood frame with a flat profile. Condition is described from the photographs supplied. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the condition description. Provenance: Private collection, Barcelona; reportedly in private ownership since the late 1960s. Specific acquisition details were not provided. Visual Description: A tranquil coastal landscape depicting a calm blue lagoon framed by two slender palm trees leaning in from either side. At the center, a small sailboat with white sails glides across the water toward a far shore lined with a sandy strip and dense, deep green trees. Clumps of grasses and low shrubs grow at the base of the palms, and a sandy path in ochre and pale pink stretches across the foreground. Above, a soft blue sky is brushed with light, broken washes. Rendered in the Florida Highwaymen-associated landscape tradition of A. E. Backus, the work emphasizes atmospheric light, the calm of the waterway, and the lush vegetation of the subtropical coast, recalling the artist’s celebrated scenes of Florida rivers, palms, and shorelines. This composition reflects stylistic elements commonly associated with major figures in modern and contemporary art. For additional information regarding certification, provenance, or any inquiries about this piece or other items, please don’t hesitate to contact us through the HiBid platform. A secondary market exists for uncatalogued artworks like this one, which often results in lower estimated and sale prices compared to catalogued artist works. If you have any specific questions or require further assistance in understanding the value, context, or details of this artwork, we are here to help and provide any additional information you may need.

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