Edward Lear (British, 1812-1888) Boats on the Nile signed with monogram (lower left); stamped with the collector stamp of Earl Spencer (lower right) watercolour 9.7 x 20cm (3 13/16 x 7 7/8in). Footnotes: Provenance Edward John Spencer, 8th Earl Spencer Collection, UK (Frits Lugt L.2341a). Max Harari Collection, UK (acquired from the above). Thence by descent. The present lot depicts three gyassis- traditional cargo vessels- two of which are laden with straw; it closely relates to another watercolour, dated 30 December 1853, in the collection of The National Maritime Museum (PAD9111). This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: P P This lot is owned by a private individual. The right of return enjoyed by EU customers is not applicable. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com