Mid-19th Century American Portrait of a Seated Woman Holding a Book

Description

A refined mid-19th century American School oil portrait depicting a seated woman holding a book, rendered in a restrained palette with a softly modeled landscape background.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition with stable craquelure, minor surface wear, and age-appropriate patina; frame shows expected wear and small gilding losses consistent with age.

Origin:
United States

Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Paint, Wood

Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Portrait
Frame Type: Framed

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good antique condition with stable craquelure, minor surface wear, and age-appropriate patina; frame shows expected wear and small gilding losses consistent with age.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

24.5 x 20.5 x 2 in

Mid-19th Century American Portrait of a Seated Woman Holding a Book

Lot 0710

Estimate $700-$1,720

Starting Bid

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$340

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