A pair of paintings with sailing boats at the Grand Harbour of Malta was executed by Luigi Maria Galea (1847–1917). He was a Maltese marine painter. He was trained in Malta as well as in Naples and Rome, Italy. His work, which often depicts Royal Navy vessels, is held in the Royal Collection.

A few other similar works of Galea with auction price results see on our last 3 photos.

Literature : Finch, Roger (1983). The Pierhead Painters Naïve Ship-portrait Painters, 1750-1950. Barrie & Jenkins. p. 90; "Luigi Maria Galea (1847-1917) Sliema Harbour, Malta, by Moonlight Signed and dated 1891". Royal Collection Trust. Retrieved July 14, 2025.

Inscription: each signed.  

Technique: each oil on wood. original gold-plated period frame.

Measurements: each unframed w 7 1/4" x h 10 1/2" (18,3 x 26,7 cm), framed w 10 1/3" x h 13 1/3" (26,3 x 34 cm)

Condition: in very good condition.