Lot 78
[Washington, George] Silhouette Portrait Attributed to Folwell, c. 1800-1810, Right profile, waist-length silhouette of Washington in uniform, 3¾ x 6 in. image on 6 x 7¼ in. paper, in original 10¼ x 11½ in. wood frame. Attributed to miniature painter, engraver, and silhouettist Samuel Folwell of Philadelphia (1765-1813). Gold highlights are visible on parts of the jacket--buttons, epaulettes, etc. and on his hair, which is tied back in a queue. Original frame shows wear and brass mat is tarnished but the silhouette is very sharp. Dr. Joseph Field Collection; Claude Harkins Collection.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 2,000
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| Realized $1,140 |
