American School, 19th Century
Sale 1278 - The Donald F. Moylan, M.D. Collection of American Furniture, Folk & Decorative Arts, Part I
Nov 3, 2023
10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
Estimate
$1,000 -
$1,500
Sold for $630
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
American School, 19th Century
Portrait of a Virginia Gentleman
circa 1815-25
pastel on paper laid to canvas
the envelope in his hands partially reading "... Henry / -bury, VA."
25 1/2 x 20 1/2 inches.
circa 1815-25
pastel on paper laid to canvas
the envelope in his hands partially reading "... Henry / -bury, VA."
25 1/2 x 20 1/2 inches.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
The Henry name is prominent in Virginia history, and there is a possibility that this portrait is related to the Henry family who lived near present-day Salisbury, on the James River in Botetourt County.
Condition Report
Framed: 30 1/2 x 25 3/8 inches.
In seemingly fine and stable condition, but not unframed for examination, as nails have been driven through the stretchers to hold the canvas within the frame. Colors are bright and compelling. Two small tears visible to paper within areas of background on either side of sitter.
In seemingly fine and stable condition, but not unframed for examination, as nails have been driven through the stretchers to hold the canvas within the frame. Colors are bright and compelling. Two small tears visible to paper within areas of background on either side of sitter.
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