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Sheldon Peck (Attributed) "Portrait of a Woman with a Book"

About the Item

Unsigned. Attributed to the American Itinerate Painter Sheldon Peck on stylistic grounds. The sharp delineation of facial shadows and the familiar 'fluer de lee' signature typically painted in the lace. A rich use colors and greys- the green drapery in this case against plenty of black, white and grey. Which the red 'ribbon' line that outlines the book counters and highlights beautifully. The painting is in a later frame and has been re-lined.
  • Attributed to:
    Sheldon Peck (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1830
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: re lined, minor retouch, minor scratches on surface. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Sharon, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3438342287092

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