Description
This portrait depicts a seated colonial woman, painted in a realist style that can be compared to John Smibert. This painting has beautiful details such as the lace bonnet and jewelry that showcases the artist's attention to detail. Signed and dated on the back. hung in an ornate gold frame.
Dimensions Without Frame: H 30 in. x W 25 in.
Artist Biography: Edward Mooney, who lived in New York during the mid 1800's, was known for societal genre painting and sign painting. His paintings depict realistic scenes of colonial America.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: General crackling across front of painting.
Materials & Techniques:
Oil Paint
PLACEHOLDER SHIPPING NOTES: Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.
Dimensions Without Frame: H 30 in. x W 25 in.
Artist Biography: Edward Mooney, who lived in New York during the mid 1800's, was known for societal genre painting and sign painting. His paintings depict realistic scenes of colonial America.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: General crackling across front of painting.
Materials & Techniques:
Oil Paint
PLACEHOLDER SHIPPING NOTES: Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; General crackling across front of painting.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
33.75 x 29 x 1.5 in
Edward Ludlow Mooney Seated Realist Portrait of an Elderly Colonial Woman in a Black Dress and Bonne
Estimate $3,200-$5,250
Starting Price
$1,600
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The Fine Art Salon
Jul 29, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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