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James Guy Evans (1809-59) created the original oil painting of the Brig Georgiana in 1846. Born in New York City, Evans worked as a shoemaker before enlisting in the Marine Corps. Records reveal he worked as a commercial painter in New Orleans until his death, painting houses, ships and signs in addition to his historical, marine and ornamental paintings.

Colonial Williamsburg¹s Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum houses the original oil painting that inspired this dramatic piece.