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19th Century Patriotic Shield Painting Featuring John Adams

About the Item

Folk art patriotic shield painting of John Adams, dating to around 1876 and of a large size measuring 41" x 34.5". It is an oil on canvas laid down to boards. There is writing on the back of the boards, but I cannot make out what it says. There is another similar piece to this that features another signer of the constitution in the Smithsonian collection. This piece came from a collection in Portsmouth, NH and was featured in an article in the Detroit News from 1972 in another prominent Americana collection. It is truly a unique piece and has great presence.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Width: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: This painting was conservation relined probably 20 or 30 years ago. It presents very well. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Wiscasset, ME
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1017632709842
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