Niagara , oil on canvas by James Bard, James Bard (1815-1897) was a marine artist of the 19th century. He is known for his paintings of watercraft, particularly of steamboats. His works are sometimes characterized as naïve art. Although Bard died poor and almost forgotten, his works have since become valuable. Bard had a twin brother, John (1815–1856) and they collaborated on earlier works. Oil print on canvas, 40X70cm The picture is an oil print on canvas and will be sent in a tube. It is not an original.