Featured in this lot are Original Signed Paul Krapf Seascape Paintings (2), an Oil on board and a Watercolour on paper, circa Late Century. The impressive watercolour features a schooner running before the wind, its sails full. A ship sailing in the same direction as the wind is easiest yet sometimes can be dangerous due to the excessive speeds and loss of control. The altostratus clouds in the painting appear foreboding, predicting the arrival of a warm front with increasing winds and higher waves. Seabirds are seen flying overhead. The oil on board displays a small sailboat, running under bare poles while a severe storm is upon it, lightning spreading across the dark skies and a strike hitting the water's surface behind the port quarter. A lone figure in raingear is hiking on the starboard quarter, presumably attempting to balance the boat against the wind. Paul Krapf (1927-2019) was a wildlife and landscape artist from Gardiner, Montana at the southern end of the beautiful Paradise Valley north of majestic Yellowstone National Park. His house and studio were built along the Yellowstone River 11 miles north of the park. The inhabitants of Yellowstone National Park were his frequent subjects. He also produced coastal views, especially Oregon’s, as well as Western scenes and landscapes. These stunning paintings are in very nice condition, both signed on the lower right corner. Respective measurements are 24"W x 36"L and 22"W x 30.25"L; combined weight is 3lb, 10oz.