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Chapman Levy, miniature portrait as youth, circa 1798

 Item — Box: 1

Scope and Contents

Measures 2 3/8 x 1 7/8 inches. Portrait is painted in watercolor on ivory support, artist unknown. Framed in a simple metal locket-style case, it has a rear reserve that contains the image of a woman at a plinth topped with a dove. The rear memento is painted in mono chrome watercolor (sepia tone) with chopped hair on an ivory support. The case has a separate front bezel that contains a convex cover glass. A simple ring for hanging is attached at the top.

Dates

  • Creation: circa 1798

Language of Material

From the Collection:

Materials in English

Access Restrictions

This collection is open for research.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.4 linear feet (1 document box)

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

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