November 2008 (7) VA Collection
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/21/2008
18th Century. Graphite and watercolor. Unsigned. Sitter is Robert Morris of Philadelphia, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Image inscribed verso "Robt. Morris" in contemporary 18th century hand. Bears picture frame label for maker "Charles N Robinson Carver and Gilder No. 86 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia". Mounted at upper corners on folded, handwritten addendum to a will dated 1798. Minor foxing. Retains original frame and reverse painted mat.
Item Dimensions: Image: 5" H x 3 - 3/4" W.