Lot 841
  • 841

American School 19th Century

Estimate
600 - 800 USD
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Description

  • American School
  • MINIATURE PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG WOMAN OF THE FOLWELL FAMILY
  • watercolor on ivory, oval
  • 2 1/4 in. by 2 in.
Inscribed to note on back in Anita Schorsch's hand, Folwell children done by Sam Folwell / gift to me from descendants.

Provenance

Mrs. Craig Wright of Princeton, descendant of Samuel Folwell.   

Condition

In good condition. The ivory is slightly bowed. Appears to be missing hair or insert in glass viewing area on reverse.
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