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American School Glass Miniature Portrait of George Washington, Mid-19th Century
$3,000
£2,288.19
€2,605.70
CA$4,215.92
A$4,598.05
CHF 2,435.74
MX$55,124.06
NOK 31,020.44
SEK 28,365.89
DKK 19,467.11
About the Item
A finely executed American reverse glass portrait miniature of George Washington, painted in oils on the surface of white glass, likely dating to the mid-19th century. Rendered with precision and sensitivity, the depiction is closely modeled after Gilbert Stuart’s famous “Athenaeum” portrait, with Washington shown in bust-length against a muted sepia-toned oval reserve. The artist has employed a remarkably controlled hand to model the President’s facial features with subtle tonal gradation, exploiting the translucency of the glass to produce a gentle luminosity from within. Unlike traditional enamel miniatures, which were kiln-fired, this example utilizes oil-based pigment applied in reverse sequence—highlights and detailing first, background last—preserving the crispness of line and depth of character. Washington’s white cravat and dark coat are rendered with sharp contrasts and restrained palette, while the black velvet mount and delicate brass surround enhance its somber elegance. Measuring just 3.5 inches wide by 4.5 inches high, the work reflects the 19th-century American taste for patriotic miniatures, likely produced for the commemorative or domestic market in the decades following the Centennial fervor.
- Similar to:Gilbert Stuart (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 0.125 in (3.18 mm)
- Style:American Colonial (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor wear. Glass has some damage to two areas and frame glass with chip to upper left.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7838247018342
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