“Moonlit Sail” Framed Nautical Watercolor by Marcel

An evocative original watercolor depicting a sailboat under moonlight, this vertically composed maritime scene is rich with atmosphere. The red sails stand out dramatically against a moody blue sky, softly lit by a glowing moon and framed by shifting clouds. The shimmering path of moonlight reflected on the rippling sea adds a romantic depth and quiet movement.
 
The work is signed "Marcel" in pencil beneath the image and remains behind its original glass and wood frame with aged paper backing. Though the artist is currently unidentified, the quality of composition and expert use of light suggest a trained hand, possibly active in France during the 1920s or 1930s. The format and palette are reminiscent of travel souvenirs or gallery works produced in coastal towns.
 
In good antique condition with mild age-related toning and wear to the frame and backing. A poetic, ready-to-hang artwork for lovers of the sea.
 
📍 Origin
France
 
📅 Date
Circa 1920–1935
 
📐 Dimensions
17 cm x 1.5 cm x 32 cm
6.7 in x 0.6 in x 12.6 in
 
⚖️ Weight 
0.35 kg
0.77 lbs