John Stobart: A Mariner’s Eye and the Golden Age of Sail The world of maritime art is often associated with romanticized visions of billowing sails, distant horizons, and heroic voyages. Yet, behind these iconic images lies a meticulous process of observation, research, and artistic skill. John Stobart (1929-2023), a British artist who spent much of his career capturing the essence of American harbor scenes during the Golden Age of S…