Reuben Chappell (York 1870-1940) Oil on Canvas “Portrait of the Two-Masted Schooner Atlantic of Borden”, in molded gilt frame

20 in. x 30 in. Frame 26 in. x 36 in.

Born and raised in Goole, Yorkshire, Reuben Chappell painted the vessels that came up the Humber to the inland port. In 1904 he moved to Par in Cornwall, where he continued to paint the many vessels that visited the china clay ports. A highly industrious and talented artist, Chappell worked in the tradition known as Pierhead painting, producing works often commissioned by the vessel’s owner or master.