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New England, ca. 1820-1830 Pair of Profile Portraits

Offered by: Jeffrey Tillou Antiques

Description
American School, probably New England, ca. 1820-1830 Pair of Profile Portraits; Husband and Wife
Unsigned
Pastel on paper
18 ¾” x 13 ¾” (frame), 15 ¼” x 10 ¼” (sight)
Over-all in fine condition, what appears to be minor water staining is most like sap or acid markings from original backboards.
Provenance: From the collection of Robert Horn.

This striking pair of pastel portraits are reminiscent of the work of Benjamin Greenleaf, who painted profile portraits on glass in New England during the first quarter of the 19th century. Presumably husband and wife, she is wearing a blue dress with a white collar and gold pin and he is dressed in a formal black jacket and white shirt with hair swept forward. The accurate profile of the faces is further complimented by the bold color of the pastel.

Item ID: WoA-WoP-PP 058

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Pastel on paper
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Folk Art
Dealer Reference #:	WoA-WoP-PP 058
Incollect Reference #:	816847

Dimensions

W.	13.75 in;	H.	18.75 in;
W.	34.93 cm;	H.	47.63 cm;

Message from Seller:

Jeffrey Tillou Antiques was established in 1992. The three story historic building located “on the green” in Litchfield, features an extensive inventory of Americana from the 18th and early 19th centuries. Here you will find an extraordinary collection of furniture, folk art, weathervanes, sculpture, Oriental carpets, and related decorative pieces as well as distinctive European furniture and original works of art.