James Edward Buttersworth (1817-1894, NJ, NY, UK), oil painting on artist board, Racing off Sandy Hook, NY, signed lower right J. E. Buttersworth. Interesting composition with figures on the Committee Boat titled “Cheering them on”. Sight size 8″ by 12″, in period carved and gilded frame, possibly original, overall 13 1/2″ by 17 1/2″. UV light shows 2 very minor spots in upper right sky. Retains its original framers label Thomas Hooper, Nassau St, NY. Provenance: Smith Gallery, Madison Avenue New York to the current owner.