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Sur, Oman ca. 2014 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Located on the eastern coast of Oman, Sur is considered one of the oldest ports and maritime cities in the world. The traditional dhows (some of the derelicts seen here) have been used for centuries, and are still being built today. Size: 24"x30" $5,000 |
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English Harbor, Antigua ca. 1999 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Begun as a safe haven for the British Royal Navy in the 17th century, Antigua and Barbuda were granted independence from England in 1981. In 1999, the artist raced with friends during the Classic Yacht Regatta, winning the cruising class. The once pristine waters have been severely compromised by pollution, generating concerns about the health of the population and the ecosystems. Size: 24"x30" $5,000 |
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Bird's Eye View, Menton ca. 2019 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas The former fishing port of Menton on the French Riviera near the border of Italy is located near the city's center. As one of the warmest coastal towns on the Continent, it is popular for its therapeutic values, beautiful gardens, and accessible beaches. Size: 24"x30" $5,000 |
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Fatu Hiva, Marquesas ca. 1983 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas The southernmost island of the Marquesan archipelago, the volcanic Fatu Hiva is considered one of French Polynesia’s most paradisiacal and enchanting islands. Size: 24"x30" Not for sale |
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Sydney at Night ca. 1998 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Sydney’s trifecta of landmarks is pictured: The Sydney Harbour Bridge opened in 1932 and is considered one of the world’s great arch bridges. Along with the Sydney Opera house, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre, it is an iconic part of the Sydney waterfront. The Rocks in the foreground is the neighborhood, was settled by Europeans in 1788 and is considered the birthplace of Sydney. Size: 24"x30" Not for sale |
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Halong Bay, Vietnam ca. 1995 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas The city of Haiphong in North Vietnam is the closest port to Halong Bay, the UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized in 2011 as one of the new 7 natural wonders of the world. Serious efforts are being made to maintain the integrity of the emerald green waters from the onslaught of tourism and overdevelopment. Size: 24"x30" Not for sale |
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Waterfront Market, Bali ca. 1998 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas The Kedonganang Fish Market on Bali's east side is not only most colorful but expressive of the exotic Balinese culture. Two Floridians were so repulsed by the garbage on the beaches while surfing in Bali that they were compelled to start 40cean, a not for profit dedicated to clearing the seas of plastic refuse. Not for Sale |
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Classic Yacht Regatta, St. Tropez ca. 2004 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Considered the most extravagant regatta in the Mediterranean, Les Voiles de St. Tropez was started by 2 friends in 1981. The writer Colette and actress and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot are prominent legendary women of St. Tropez. Not for sale |
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Cartagena, Columbia ca. 1975 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Established in 1533, Cartagena is a former Spanish colony on the north coast of Columbia and a historically valuable port. The Old Town of this colonial city was walled in after Sir Francis Drake sacked the town and looted 10 million ducats in 1586. The timeliness of Paul's visit to the old port of Cartagena allowed him to capture these cargo boats, lined up alongside the melon and other traditional boats. Cartagena's long association with slavery contributed to a rich African heritage. Size: 28"x36" Not for sale |
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High Tide, Venice ca. 1997 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas This "City of Canals" with its graceful bridges and unique architecture is easily considered one of Italy's most picturesque cities. The impact of sea level rise is especially evident in this historic and vulnerable landmark city, particularly after annual fall floods. Size: 30"x40" $8,000 |
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Douarnenez Maritime Musem ca. 2005 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Located in an old cannery on the Port-Rhu in Brittany's coastal town of Douarnenez, this is considered the most significant maritime museum in France. Its remarkable collection includes 280 boats of all sizes, purposes and origins. Douarnenez is one of 8 Bays that have been identified by the regional water authority for annual green tides of varying scale since 1988. Size: 40"x30" |
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Boca Grande ca. 1998 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Tucked in the mangroves of Gasparilla Island, this family owned establishment dates to 1926 and is the island's oldest marina. Paul captured the weekly Sunday shrimp sale as well as a beautiful yawl in this painting. Cherished by locals and visitors, Whidden's sustained heavy damage from Hurricane lan but is still standing. Size: 30"x40" $4,000 |
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Schooner Wharf, Key West ca. 1995 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas This painting captures many historic elements of the Key West waterfront. Left to right: Jimmy Buffet's recording studio, the Town Hall, the Romanesque Customs House (now Art and History Museum), the top sail schooner Wolf (on which the artist sailed to Havana), the Constellation (Barcelona Olympics), and the Defiant, Joseph Pulitzer's 1930s era black hulled racing schooner. Size: 30"x40" $7,000 |
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Fort Pierce Marina ca. 1998 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Located along the Indian River Lagoon, this marina on the east coast of Florida had a colorful array of fishing and pleasure boats and yachts. In 2013, the city and FEMA invested $18 million to safeguard against the devastating effects of hurricanes. Size: 30"x36" $6,500 |
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Soufriere, Dominica ca. 2024 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Paul arrived in Dominica for the first time in 1977, and considers it his favorite island in the Caribbean. On the southwest coast, with Scots Head in the distance, this painting shows the coastal village of Soufriere. Known as the Nature Island, restoration of the reef is currently ongoing and abetted the Daniel Langlois Foundation. Size: 30"x24" $5,000 |
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St. George's, Grenada, Caribbean ca. 1987 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas In 1978 Paul sailed into this harbor on the legendary gaff cutter Mermaid, whose owners had initiated the Grenadine-wide Cariacou Regatta and won it every year for 8 years. A commemorative stamp solidified its importance to the island. Its arrival in St. George Harbor after a 10 year absence generated excitement and pride and made temporary heroes of the crew and captain. Size: 18"x48" $8,500 |
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Gosnold at Woods Hole, MA ca. 1980 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas In 1962, WHOI purchased the 99 foot "Explorer" and renamed her the RV Gosnold. Paul signed on to the Gosnold in 1973 as a deckhand. While based at Woods Hole, they worked mostly with geologists including the legendary Bob Ballard, taking core samples off Georges Bank. The Gosnold also brought Paul to Florida, where the crew collected marine samples to assess the health of the sea from Gulf Stream to Indian River Lagoon to establish a pre-population boom base line. Size: 16"x20" Not for sale |
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Marblehead (sketch for private collection)
Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas The quaint seaside town of Marblehead, just 17 miles north of Boston, was inhabited by the Naumkeag Tribe when English settlers arrived about 1629. The town developed as a summer resort and eventually gained the reputation as the "Yachting Capital of the World". Marblehead also boasts a large concentration of buildings dating from the 1600s through the 1800s. Size: 18"x24" $3,000 |
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Carthaginian II at Lahaina, Maui ca. 2004 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas Built in 1920, this schooner was used as Lahaina’s whaling museum from 1973 til 2005, when it was sunk for use as a diving reef. This painting shows the vintage wooden buildings along Lahaina's waterfront before the town was devastated by fire in 2023. Size: 24"x30" $5,000 |
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Lahaina, Maui
ca. 2004 Paul Arsenault Plein-Air Painted Oil on Canvas This historic riverfront town in Maui was the pride of King Kamehameha the Great (1736?- 1819) the unifier of all the Hawaiian Islands, who in 1892 made Lahaina the center of the Hawaiian Kingdom. In the 1830s and 40s, Lahaina was a major whaling port, and Nantucket was the whaling center of the world. Their fleet often called in to Lahaina during their long voyages to the Pacific. Size: 14"x18" Not for sale |
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