$30,550
American School, 19th Century Portrait of James L. Arnold Aged 7 Years. Identified by inscription l.c., and inscription on the reverse "This picture was drawn of James L. Arnold by a man named Holmes. This must have been drawn in 1847 as Grandpa Arnold was born Feb. 2, 1840, that was before the days of photographers, said to have been a good likeness." Watercolor on paper, 8 x 6 in., encased in glass and framed. Condition: Toning, stains, corner crease.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2003-06-08