Attributed to Jasper Miles (American, 1782-1849)
Sale 1313 - The Donald F. Moylan, M.D. Collection of American Furniture, Folk & Decorative Arts, Part II
Mar 14, 2024
10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
Estimate
$500 -
$700
Sold for $1,778
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Attributed to Jasper Miles (American, 1782-1849)
Portrait of a Child in a Red Chair, Possibly David Hiester
oil on panel
unsigned
7 3/4 x 5 1/2 inches.
Label affixed to verso suggests authorship by Jasper Miles (American, 1782-1849). A second label identifies sitter as David Hiester, the nephew of Pennsylvania Governor Joseph Hiester (1752-1832). The Hiester family emerged as a political dynasty of sorts in the early United States, producing several Revolutionary War officers, Pennsylvania state senators, and U.S. Congressmen. Family genealogical records indicate that Governor Hiester had at least two siblings and several half-siblings, although there was no immediate connection to a descendant named David.
oil on panel
unsigned
7 3/4 x 5 1/2 inches.
Label affixed to verso suggests authorship by Jasper Miles (American, 1782-1849). A second label identifies sitter as David Hiester, the nephew of Pennsylvania Governor Joseph Hiester (1752-1832). The Hiester family emerged as a political dynasty of sorts in the early United States, producing several Revolutionary War officers, Pennsylvania state senators, and U.S. Congressmen. Family genealogical records indicate that Governor Hiester had at least two siblings and several half-siblings, although there was no immediate connection to a descendant named David.
Condition Report
Framed: 11 1/4 x 9 1/4 inches.
In overall fine and stable condition. Darkening/discoloration to panel edges, most notably at sitter's gown, likely old varnish. Light deposits of dust present throughout painted surface. Small area of inpainting visible to back of head under UV light examination. Light scratching and finish loss throughout frame.
In overall fine and stable condition. Darkening/discoloration to panel edges, most notably at sitter's gown, likely old varnish. Light deposits of dust present throughout painted surface. Small area of inpainting visible to back of head under UV light examination. Light scratching and finish loss throughout frame.
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