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Artist:
Unidentified  Search this
Sitter:
unidentified  Search this
unidentified  Search this
Medium:
miniature in relief (wax)
Type:
Painting-Miniature
Luce Center Label:
In this wax miniature the artist modeled the gentleman’s “pigtail queue” hairstyle, ruffled cravat, and stiff frock coat. The profile view and vivid blue background call attention to the sitter’s dignified posture. The elaborately detailed frame, which the sitter would have chosen beforehand, also emphasizes his elegance and taste.
Topic:
Portrait male\bust  Search this
Portrait male\profile  Search this
Credit Line:
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Bequest of Edith Coon Carr
Object number:
1966.4.3
Restrictions & Rights:
CC0
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Smithsonian American Art Museum Collection
Department:
Painting and Sculpture
Data Source:
Smithsonian American Art Museum
GUID:
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/vk7bcf85d87-1279-4847-8bee-a8430066e04b
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:saam_1966.4.3