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Portrait of Young Girl in Blue Dress

c. 1870s

$3,500
£2,662.99
€3,068.30
CA$4,968.90
A$5,330.75
CHF 2,859.30
MX$64,181.46
NOK 36,044.86
SEK 32,867.92
DKK 22,924.33

About the Item

This finely rendered American School portrait of a young girl reflects the careful attention to detail and craftsmanship of late 19th to early 20th-century portraiture. The sitter, dressed in an elaborately embroidered white lace dress with delicate ruffles and intricate patterns, embodies both innocence and refinement. Her composed expression, rosy cheeks, and piercing blue eyes are set against a softly illuminated, neutral background that enhances the figure’s presence. The artist demonstrates great skill in the treatment of textiles—the lacework and folds of the dress are executed with precision, creating a striking contrast against the simplicity of the dark ground. The girl’s long, light hair, brushed neatly back, and the pop of red from the upholstered chair add balance and warmth to the composition. Works like this were often commissioned to commemorate youth and family legacy, intended as heirlooms that preserved both likeness and sentiment. While unsigned, the painting reveals the hand of an accomplished American portraitist, capturing not only the outward features of the sitter but also an enduring sense of dignity and grace. This piece serves as both a tender family keepsake and a fine example of traditional portraiture in the American School tradition. This painting comes unsigned in spectacular condition.
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1870s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fredericksburg, VA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2574216845022

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