William R. Davis is known for his magnificent works featuring sailing vessels from across the ages, in this piece we see the Yacht “Peerless” having rounded the lightship Cross Rip, during the New York Yacht Club Squadron Race 1898. For more information on the lightship Cross Rip, take a look at this article from the Historical Society of Old Yarmouth.

Oil on panel
Image size: 12 x 16 inches
Framed size: 16 x 20 inches