Ernest de Nagy (1881-1952) - Sailor with Pipe

Ernest de Nagy – “Sailor with Pipe” – Oil on Canvas – 50×40 cm – Signed

A captivating and characterful painting by Ernest de Nagy, depicting an experienced sailor smoking his pipe, set against a serene maritime backdrop with sailing boats. The artist masterfully captures the expression, posture, and atmosphere, giving the portrait a strong and compelling presence.

The soft tones of the sky, the realistic rendering of the light, and the subtle brushwork make this an especially appealing and decorative piece within the maritime genre.

Executed in oil on canvas, and signed in the lower right corner.
The canvas is in good condition; the frame shows wear and ageing appropriate for its age and adds a charming, authentic character to the piece.

Dimensions

Canvas: 50 × 40 cm

Frame: 65 × 55 cm (included)


A warm, expressive, and atmospheric work that will appeal to collectors of maritime art as well as to lovers of distinctive portrait paintings.

Ernest de Nagy (born Ernö Nagy in 1881, Budapest, Hungary) was a Hungarian-American painter known for his portraits, landscapes, still lifes, and maritime scenes. Trained in Europe, he worked in several artistic centers before emigrating to the United States in 1931 with his family.
He continued his career as a professional painter in America, participating in exhibitions and maintaining an active studio.
De Nagy passed away in 1952 in New Jersey, USA

I do not know the exact origin or the place where this painting was made; I assume it was in the USA.

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