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19th Century Pair of China Trade Portraits of an American Sailor and Wife
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19th Century Pair of China Trade Portraits of an American Sailor and His Wife, circa 1890s, two oil on canvas half length portraits of a young American Navy seaman (identified by his uniform... only American sailor blouses had pockets), and his wife in high starched collar dress with the leg of mutton sleeves characteristic of the 1890s.
China Trade port artists were famous for their brilliant, high quality and accurate depictions, and so were eagerly frequented by American and European ship's officers and owners for portraits of themselves and their ships. In some cases the artists painted from photographs; that is probably the case here since the poses are so perfect and stylized.
The paintings are in excellent condition, but have both been re-lined at some time in the past. From close examination I would guess that at that time the professional conservator touched-up a few minor spots (the size of a nickel). The paintings are mounted in later carved and gilded frames.
Measures: 23-1/2 in H x 17-3/4 in W
Framed: 27-1/4 in H x 21-3/4 in W
- Dimensions:Height: 27.25 in (69.22 cm)Width: 21.75 in (55.25 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Chinese Export (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 19th Century
- Condition:Repaired: The paintings were re-lined at some point in the past, and appear to have had minor touch-ups at that time (all nickel sized or less). They are mounted in later frames. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Nantucket, MA
- Reference Number:Seller: AD - 147-53 WLIE1stDibs: LU903936821922
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