National Society of Colonial Dames of
America in Tennessee
Portrait #397
Subject/Title: Unknown Older Lady W125 in Elaborate Costume
Artist:Unknown
Date Created:ca. 1830
Owner/Location:Cheekwood Museum of Art
Nashville, TN
Frame Dimensions:NA
Image Dimensions:NA
Materials/Media:watercolor on ivory
Date Documented:
Condition:Excellent
Description:Oval bust-length slightly right profile of a mature, somewhat heavy-set woman whose face is framed by dark, sausage roll curls. A soft lace bonnet/collar also frames her face. Her dress is black, and she has a light coral and gold shawl draped over her shoulders. Her eyes are large, brown, and wide set.
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