72 - Summer Score Auction
Thu, Jul 9, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 439
Outward Bound - The Stay at Homes or Looking Out to Sea - Norman Rockwell
Estimate: $200 - $300
Starting Bid
$10
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
This framed piece features Norman Rockwell’s classic 1927 illustration titled "Outward Bound" (also popularly known as "The Stay at Homes" or "Looking Out to Sea").
Visual Composition
- Central Subjects: The artwork portrays an elderly man and a young boy sitting side-by-side on a wooden bench with their backs mostly turned toward the viewer. They are accompanied by a small dog nestled between them.
- Scene & Backdrop: Both figures are gazing wistfully out into a vast seaside expanse. The backdrop features a beautifully stylized rolling ocean wave accented with a classic sailing vessel visible on the horizon line.
- Color Palette: The print utilizes a soft, serene blend of ocean blues, seafoam greens, and cream tones, evoking a strong sense of nostalgic American realism and seafaring wonder.
Framing and Dimensions
- Frame Details: The print is showcased inside a deep, warm-toned dark wood profile frame. It includes an inner cream-colored mat border that isolates the central composition.
- Size: 16.5 x 13.5 inches.
Available payment options
Congratulations on your winning! As per policy, balances of $2500 or more will need to be paid via bank wire, Zelle, check or money order. See below for payment instructions: Zelle: Send payment to williamsonauction@gmail.com • Wire Transfer: Domestic: WIRE Bank of America Routing: 026009593 Account: 898161769476 Williamson Auction Gallery International: Swift Code:BOFAUS3N Swift Code: BOFAUS6S-NON US CURRENCY Bank of America Account: 898161769476 Bank Address: 222 Broadway, New York, Ny 10038 Check: Williamson Auction Gallery 3816 N 29th Ave Hollywood, FL 33020
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