Lot #29: Set of Four Original French Maritime Ink & Watercolor Drawings, Signed H. V., 1981

This cohesive set of four original French works on paper presents a refined and authentic view of coastal harbor life, executed in pen and ink with delicate watercolor wash. Created and signed by H. V. and dated 1981, each drawing documents a different aspect of a working port—piers, shoreline structures, and vessels at rest or under repair—captured with architectural accuracy and atmospheric restraint. Handwritten French annotations appear on the works, reinforcing their documentary nature and regional origin. The artist’s confident line work, controlled washes, and understated palette reflect the discipline of a trained maritime draftsman working within the long French tradition of coastal illustration and marine art. These are original drawings, not prints. Variations in ink pressure, hand-applied washes, and natural paper character clearly distinguish them as unique, one-of-a-kind works. Offered together, the four pieces form a harmonious visual narrative, making them especially desirable as a unified installation for a coastal residence, yacht club, professional office, or curated interior. Presented as a complete set, they carry greater impact and rarity than individual works and are far less commonly encountered intact. Details • Medium: Ink and watercolor on paper • Origin: France • Date: 1981 • Signature: H. V. (hand-signed) • Subjects: Harbor scenes, piers, coastal infrastructure, vessel repair • Condition: Very good; professionally matted and framed • Offering: Sold as a complete set of four An elegant and authentic group of French mritime originals—quietly sophisticated, historically grounded, and exceptionally well-suited for collectors and designers seeking cohesive European works on paper. Dimensions: 20”W -16”H Pickup category timeslot {A}