Anita Jacobsen. — Frederic Cozzens: Marine Painter.

New York / London Alpine Fine Arts Collection 1982 Bound, cloth with original dustjacket, 252pp., 27x30cm., illustr. in col. and b/w., in very good condition. This book is a tribute to Frederic Schiller Cozzens (1846-1928), an American marine painter celebrated for his watercolors of sailing vessels and yachts. Anita Jacobsen traces his artistic career, from early works to later marine compositions, highlighting both commissioned pieces and his personal artistic explorations. The richly illustrated publication showcases Cozzens' technical skill and his passion for maritime subjects, featuring color plates of boats, regattas, tugboats, and more. Anita Jacobsen presents a chronological study of Cozzens' life and work. The book details his development as a watercolorist and his specialization in yacht and marine scenes, both commercially and artistically. Jacobsen discusses his relationships with prominent New York yacht owners and how he portrayed their vessels. Other maritime topics covered include tugboats, rescue boats, warships, and the transition from sail to steam. The book is richly illustrated with color plates, black-and-white photographs, and sketches. A catalogue raisonné of Cozzens' works concludes the book, making it a valuable reference for art historians and collectors alike.