The famous art collector and patron of avant-garde art Francesco Conz is also known for his wooden advertising panels he painted around 1970. Each panel is unique and a beautiful object for collectors. The artist used antique wooden reused panels to paint on, in this case a bed headboard, the scene shows an antique schooner with a paddle wheel in oil. The painting has many details, the pennants are particularly beautiful, the figurehead and paddle wheel are beautifully made. Under the ship is the name in ornamental letters plus the name of the quartermaster. The painting is signed on the front with F Conz, on the back it bears the famous F Conz brand, it has the usual wire nail eye attached which can be found on all his panels. The entire panel radiates craftsmanship and authenticity and has beautiful soft colours.