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Portrait of a Young Lady
Portrait of a Young Lady
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Portrait of a Young Lady 

American, 19th century. Oil on canvas, housed in a gilt frame. A half-length portrait of a seated young lady wearing a black dress with a lace collar, with a bracelet on her left wrist. Unsigned; 29.5 x 24.5 in. (sight).

The subject is purported to be a family member of David Rittenhouse (American, 1732-1796) and is accompanied by a letter from one of his heirs. Rittenhouse was the treasurer of Pennsylvania before becoming the first Director of the United  States Mint.
Condition
Some light craquelure and a couple of tiny spots of paint loss. A couple of patches to verso. Some light wear to frame.
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Portrait of a Young Lady

Estimate $300 - $500
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Starting Price $150
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