Watercolor on paper, signed at lower right, inscribed on the verso with location details and historical information, presented under Museum Glass in an antique gilt frame with molding profile incorporating ivy and branch composition ornament and lattice motif; accompanied by original wooden trade sign from Castleden's studio.

SS 12.75 x 9.75 in.; DOA 20 x 16.5 in. (watercolor); 8.25 x 25.5 in. (sign)

From the Collection of a Gentleman, Florida

Originally from England, Castleden moved to New Orleans by way of Canada. By 1936 he had settled in Charleston, SC.

Minor loss and stable cracking to frame; cellophane tape to lower edges. Sign with some paint fading and minor loss at edges.

$500 - 1,000