Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by E. Halleux dated 1940 captures the timeless scene of a village's fishing fleet venturing out of the harbor in search of the day's catch. Halleux has captured a particularly calm morning with barely enough wind to move the gaff-rigged sloops and cutters to the outer banks. The wind-swept clouds above show a promise of a stronger breeze to come. Halleux has used a relatively monochromatic palette to represent the interface between sky and sea, with a more vibrant palette to contrast the vessels and their sails to create an interesting visual effect. Survives in its original frame. Dated 1940 Measures 33.5H x 41.5W x 2D