Lot 1075
Early Oil Painting of an American Military Officer, c. 1810. Oil on canvas painting of a high ranking American military general, seated in a green chair, 36 x 28 in., framed to 42 x 34 in. in a gilt wooden frame. An early Federal Period painting with impressive color, quality and eye appeal. We do not immediately recognize this handsome American officer, but he is obviously very high ranking. The uniform appears to be late Revolutionary War Style to the early Federal Period. Two key elements, shown in some detail, are the officer's sword and belt buckle. The canvas is in good condition, there are several small, sealed tears, the largest being about 4 in., the other two being much smaller, and it was likely touched up many decades ago. The eagle on the brass belt buckle and his style of sword would again indicate early Federal Period dating. An impressive, early oil painting of an uncommon American military subject.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.
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