British Sailor’s Woolwork of Unidentified Merchant Ships, circa 1865. It is possible that the same vessel has been depicted twice, both inbound and outbound in bird’s eye maple frame with gilt slip.
18 ½ in. x 26 ½ in. Overall 23 in. x 30 ½ in.

Note: Merchant ships were valued for their speed at sea and therefore carried the maximum amount of sail.