Title
Portrait Miniature of Christopher Grant Perry
Creator
Date
1826-1888
Description
Oil on ivory portrait miniature of young Christopher Grant Perry at age six (Newport, 19th century). C.G.Perry was the son of Oliver Hazard Perry and father of Margaret Perry La Farge. This likeness is attributed to the painter Jane Stuart (1816-1888), American. The painting is in a gold oval-shaped locket with inscription on paper card on reverse. It is attributed to Stuart based on based on La Farge family tradition.
Cultural Origin
American
Newport
Medium
Oil
Ivory
Extent
2 1/2 x 1 /34 inches
Source
Given by donor Dr. Frances S Childs in memory of her grandmother - Mrs. John La Farge.
Identifier
PSNC.3755
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