American School

Description:

American School, 19th Century Portrait of a Gentleman Writing Letters at a Lap Desk. Unsigned. Gouache and watercolor on paper, 20 1/2 x 17 1/2 in., in a molded gilt frame. Condition: Abrasions and small losses primarily to margins, toning, tape residue to the reverse, hinged to mat, paper maker's stamp l.r. N.B. The gentleman is seen having begun a letter reading "Mr. Anstell (?) March 18-..."
Estimate $700-900

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