The work depicts a beached sailboat with rolling tide in the background. The work is signed in the lower right hand corner. Arthur R. Martens was born in Nebraska on Oct. 12, 1883. By 1930 Martens had settled in Long Beach and was active in the local art scene while maintaining a farm in the area.
| Artist | ARTHUR MARTENS |
| Size | Large |
| Signed | Yes |
| Material | Canvas |
| Framing | Framed |
| Type | Painting |
| Original/Licensed Reproduction | Original |
| Item Height | 31 1/2 inches |
| Style | Vintage |
| Production Technique | Oil Painting |
| Item Width | 43 inches |
| Handmade | Yes |
| Country Of Origin | United States |
What stands out about this painting is the way the canvas material holds the brushstrokes and texture.