Jane Stuart Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Jane Stuart Art Value Price Guide

Jan. 19, 2024
POSSIBLY JANE STUART (1812-1888), AFTER GILBERT STUART (1755-1828)
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
POSSIBLY JANE STUART (1812-1888), AFTER GILBERT STUART (1755-1828) GEORGE WASHINGTON oil on canvas 19 ¾ x 15 ¾ in. (oval)
Christie's
Nov. 18, 2023
Jane Stuart
Est: $80,000 - $120,000
(American, 1812-1888) General George Washington, after George Washington at Dorchester Heights, by her father, Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828), unsigned, oil on canvas, 109 x 72-1/2 in.; possibly original fine period craved gilt wood frame, 122-3/4 x 86-1/2 in. Provenance: Originally hung in an old southern house which was badly damaged during the Civil War, later brought by the owner to a place near Aiken, South Carolina (according to the Frick Photo Archive); Judge Nathaniel C. Sears, Lake Geneva, Illinois; presented by him to The Laura Davidson Sears Gallery of Fine Art, Elgin Academy, Elgin, Illinois Literature: For further information see the Frick Photo Archive: https://library.frick.org/discovery/fulldisplay?context=L&vid=01NYA_INST:Frick&search_scope=FrickPhotoarchive&tab=SearchScopes&docid=alma991008266279707141; and The Smithsonian Institution Art Reference Catalog: https://siris-artinventories.si.edu/ipac20/ipac.jsp?&profile=ariall&source=~!siartinventories&uri=full=3100001~!161301~!0#focus; also Morgan John Hill and Mantle Fielding. 1931. The Life Portraits of Washington and Their Replicas. Philadelphia Lancaster Pa: Printed for the Subscribers, which lists the painting as a copy of Gilbert Stuart.
Brunk Auctions
Jan. 20, 2023
Attributed to Jane Stuart oil on canvas
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Attributed to Jane Stuart (American 1812-1888), oil on canvas rendition of Gilbert Stuart's iconic George Washington at Dorchester Heights, 53" x 35". The youngest daughter of portraitist Gilbert Stuart, Jane became well known in her own right. She executed numerous copies of her father's works, most of George Washington. Another copy of Dorchester Heights done by Jane is in the collection of Mount Vernon. Provenance: Normandy Farms, Pennsylvania, Strassburger Estate. NO in-house shipping for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Jan. 01, 2023
Attributed to Jane Stuart (1812-1888)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Painting: After Gilbert Stuart, Attributed to Jane Stuart (1812-1888), portrait of George Washington. Oil on canvas. Note great frame with owl corners. Imperfections to canvas. 23" x 17", overall 31" x 27".
Copake Auction Inc.
Dec. 05, 2022
Jane Stuart (American, 1816-1888) Portrait of George and Martha Washington (A Pair) - After originals by Gilbert Stuart
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Jane Stuart (American, 1816-1888) Portrait of George and Martha Washington (A Pair) - After originals by Gilbert Stuart Pair oils on canvas painted in the oval Each: 17 1/4 x 14 1/2 in. (43.8 x 36.8cm) (2) Provenance The Dietrich Collections, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Christie’s, New York, sale of September 28, 1989, lot 1. Acquired directly from the above sale. Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold and Sandy Rifkin, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Note The pair has been previously authenticated by Marvin Sadik in 1989. Portrait of George Washington Canvas has been wax relined. Evidence of inpainting present under UV at upper left forehead, right cheek, and lower right chin, as well as scattered strokes throughout the face. Some inpaitng also present on extreme edges and in margins. A heavy green varnish around the face and in the margins inhibits a thorough reading. Please see specialist photos for details. Portrait of Martha Washington Canvas has been relined. Evidence of inpatining present under UV at upper center and left forehead, left cheek and across the chin. Small scattered strokes present throughout the kercheif. In painting also scattered in the margins and at extreme edges. A heavy green varnish inhitbits a thorough reading. Please see specialist photos for details. Frames: 21 x 18 in. To request additional information, please contact Raphaël Chatroux at rchatroux@freemansauction.com
Freeman's | Hindman
Jun. 17, 2021
Attributed to Jane Stuart (American, 1812-1888) Portrait of a Seated Woman
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
oil on canvas.
Cottone Auctions
Feb. 28, 2021
attrib. JANE STUART (American, 1812 - 1888)
Est: $300 - $500
reclining woman, reading hand-written on reverse, Painted by Jane Stuart; daughter of Mr. Stuart the artist, o/p, 11.5 by 15.25 in., framed 16 in. by 20 in.
CRN Auctions
Jan. 21, 2021
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART (1812- 1888) George Washington oil on panel 2
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART (1812- 1888) George Washington oil on panel 28 x 23.5 in.
Christie's
Dec. 09, 2020
Jane Stuart American, 1812-1888 Mrs. William Young Purviance (née Jemima Degnen)
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Jane Stuart American, 1812-1888 Mrs. William Young Purviance (née Jemima Degnen) Oil on canvas 30 3/8 x 25 1/4 inches Provenance: William Young Purviance, NY, husband of Mrs. William Young Purviance Mrs. Theodore L. Johnson, Elizabeth, NJ, granddaughter of Mrs. William Young Purviance, by 1845 Raymond L. McClendon, Lexington, MA, great-grandson of Mrs. William Young Purviance, acquired from the above [Sale] Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, sale catalog: no.2914, 1969, lot 16 Private Collection, NY Literature George C. Mason, Life and Works of Gilbert Stuart with Selections from Stuart's Portraits Reproduced on Steel and By Photogravure, New York and London: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1894, p. 239. Painting incorrectly listed as Mrs. William Y. Perviance as stated by Lawrence Park Mantle Fielding, Addenda and Corrections to Paintings by Gilbert Stuart. Not Noted in Mason's "Life of Stuart", The Pennsylvania Magazine of History and Biography, University of Pennsylvania Press, Philadelphia, PA., 1920, vol. 44, no. 1, p. 90. Lawrence Park, Gilbert Stuart: An Illustrated Descriptive List Of His Works Compiled By Lawrence Park With An Account Of His Life By John Hill Morgan And An Appreciation By Royal Cortissoz, New York, William Edwin Rudge: 1926, vol. II, p. 627. cat. no. 683. C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Jun. 19, 2020
American School, 19th Century, possibly Jane Stuart (Boston 1812-1888 Newport) Portrait of George Washington (1732-1799), bust-length, in military dress
Est: $5,000 - $10,000
American School, 19th Century, possibly Jane Stuart (Boston 1812-1888 Newport) Portrait of George Washington (1732-1799) , bust-length, in military dressoil on canvas, unlined, unframed 321⁄4 x 265⁄8 in. (81.6 x 67.5 cm.)
Christie's
Jun. 22, 2019
JANE STUART (C.1812-1888), ATTRIBUTED, PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
JANE STUART (C.1812-1888), ATTRIBUTED, PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON, oil on canvas, a copy of the famous "Landsdowne" portrait by the artist's father, Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828), with slight variations and scaled down, no signature located. Housed in a modern frame. Reserve.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Nov. 17, 2018
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART, Rhode Island/Massachusetts, 1812-1888, "Washington at Dorchester Heights"., Oil on canvas, 36" x 24". Fra...
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART Rhode Island/Massachusetts, 1812-1888 "Washington at Dorchester Heights". Unsigned. Jane Stuart was the daughter of Gilbert Stuart, and this is a copy of her father's 1806 masterpiece that is part of the permanent collection of Boston's Museum of Fine Arts. Oil on canvas, 36" x 24". Framed 42" x 31".
Eldred's
Mar. 30, 2018
Circa 1850 oil on panel- Mother and Daughter
Est: $300 - $500
Circa 1850 oil on mahogany panel of mother and daughter held by family tradition to be by Jane Stuart (American 1812-1888) 18 x 15"
Merrill's Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 16, 2017
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART, Rhode Island/Massachusetts, 1812-1888, "Washington at Dorchester Heights"., Oil on canvas, 36" x 24". Fra...
Est: $7,000 - $10,000
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART Rhode Island/Massachusetts, 1812-1888 "Washington at Dorchester Heights". Unsigned. A copy of her father Gilbert Stuart's 1806 masterpiece currently in the permanent collection of Boston's Museum of Fine Arts. Oil on canvas, 36" x 24". Framed 42" x 31".
Eldred's
Oct. 21, 2017
Attributed to Jane Stuart (1812-1888), Portrait of Abigail Adams and Daughter Mary
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
Attributed to Jane Stuart (American, 1812-1888). Oil on canvas. Portrait of Abigail Brown Brooks Adams (1808-1889) and daughter Mary Gardner Adams Quincy (1845-1921), ca 1852-53, unsigned. Housed in a gilt frame, probably by Heyworth of Boston; 33.5 x 26.5 in. (sight). With a 19th century paper collector's label of Ward Brooks Frothingham, Boston, Massachusetts, in mylar sleeve on verso, a 20th century label with former owner's name, Bodenheimer, on the stretcher u.r., canvas maker credit From / J. J. Adamas / 99 Washington St. / Boston stenciled on the reverse of the canvas, and Stuart's Boston working address 22 Bromfield St. written on the interior of the frame. According to the Boston directory of 1857, Jane Stuart, painter, indeed lived at 22 Bromfield Street. Stuart, daughter of Gilbert Stuart, was an established artist in her own right, taking over the family business after her father's death. By tradition, this painting was gifted by the Adams family to their friend, Dr. N. James Bodenheimer. Exhibited: "Cincinnati Collects America" (2010) Provenance: Property from the Collection of Dr. M. Donald Hayes. To Be Sold Without Reserve.
Cowan's Auctions
Feb. 11, 2017
JANE STUART (MA, 1812-1888)
Est: $75,000 - $150,000
JANE STUART (MA, 1812-1888) NOTE: Online bidding for Lot 400 is not available. Please contact the auction house for bidding instructions. Portrait of George Washington, circa 1850, after the ''Lansdowne'' portrait, now hanging in the White House. Oil on panel, unsigned, in the original gilt frame. Tag verso from the California Palace of the Arts in San Francisco, loaned by the John Levy Galleries, 11 E. 57th St., New York. Jane was the youngest daughter of Gilbert Stuart, and in spite of having talent when young, was consigned to painting backgrounds for her father. After his death, she struggled along copying his more famous portraits, but lost his sketches and notes when the studio burned in 1850. She died destitute in a house provided by friends of the family. OS: 31" x 23", SS: 26" x 18". Cleaned and restored.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Jan. 19, 2017
Attributed to Jane Stuart (1812-1888) George Washington oil on canvas 30 x 24 7/8 in. (76 x 63.5 cm.)
Est: $5,000 - $10,000
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART (1812-1888) George Washington oil on canvas 30 x 24v in. (76 x 63.5 cm.)
Christie's
Oct. 07, 2015
Jane Stuart American, 1812-1888 Portrait of Ann Comstock
Est: $1,800 - $2,200
Jane Stuart American, 1812-1888 Portrait of Ann Comstock Inscribed Painted by / Jane Stuart / Boston on the reverse Oil on panel 30 x 24 3/8 inches C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 10, 2015
ATTR. JANE STUART (Rhode Island / Mass, 1812-1888)
Est: $500 - $700
a genre scene of a palm reader with two women, one of whom is receiving a reading whilst a suitor secretly listens from behind a tree, oil on canvas laid down on canvas, cut-out window on the reverse to expose old canvas with faint signature or inscription (covered with plastic) reading: "[initial] Stuart", 27x34in. Note: Jane Stuart was the youngest daughter of Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828), best known for 'The Athenaeum', his most famous iconic portrait of George Washington currently portrayed on the United States one dollar bill. Condition: UV light reveals inpainting to top and bottom edges, else a few minor spots, craquelure, some cupping, line rub along bottom area, some edge chips (mostly minor), small abraded areas mainly to bottom corners, unframed
Leighton Galleries
May. 26, 2015
PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON WITH HIS HORSE WASHINGTON AT DORCHESTER HEIGHTS:
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Attributed to Jane Stuart (RI/MA 1812-1888). Copy of her fathers (Gilbert Stuart) painting. The painting commemorates an American victory in the Revolutionary War; by occupying Dorchester Heights, the Colonist's troops threatened Boston Harbor with artillery fire and forced the British army to evacuate the city.Period frame, image 36 x 24. Restored by the late Morton Bradley. Another copy hangs in Faneuil Hall; the original is in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. With provenance letter by the consignor. Good condition. Jane was the youngest daughter of famous portraitist Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828) and she also became a noted portraitist from a studio in Boston and did numerous copies of her father's well-known paintings of George Washington. When her father died a poor man, she became the sole support of the family. In 1850, her studio burned, which destroyed much of her painting as well as most of the correspondence and mementoes of her father's life.
White's Auctions
Nov. 15, 2014
[Washington, George] Painting of George Washington at Dorchester Heights, c. 1830
Est: $25,000 - $30,000
[washington, George] Painting of George Washington At Dorchester Heights, C. 1830. Original oil on canvas attributed to Jane Stuart after her father, Gilbert Stuart's painting of the same title. Measures 16" x 25" by sight; housed in an antique frame measuring 21" x 29". A full-length portrait of Washington during the siege of Boston in March 1776. His left hand holds the reins of his white horse and rests on the horse's back; his right hand holds his tricorn hat. Washington wears a blue jacket with yellow trim, and a yellow waistcoat and breeches. Some craquelure to painting, which is a fine example. Jane Stuart (c. 1808 or 1812-1888) was the 12th and youngest child of Gilbert and Charlotte Stuart. As a child, she assisted her father by grinding pigments and filling in backgrounds, but never received any formal training from him; nevertheless, she listened as he instructed his students and taught herself by copying her father's paintings. She first exhibited at the Boston Athenaeum as early as 1827, and when her father died deeply in debt in 1828, her family depended on her talent to support them. The family moved to Newport, Rhode Island, in 1831, and Jane became a leading portrait painter. She is regarded as the best copyist of Gilbert Stuart. Examples of this painting may be found in the Smithsonian Museum and the Maryland Historical Society. Ex Historical Collectible Auctions, 2007; private collector William Chaney; Sotheby's, 2000. Estimated Value $25,000-UP.
Goldberg Coins & Collectibles
Aug. 01, 2014
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART, American, 1812-1888, "Washington at Dorchester Heights"., Oil on canvas, 36" x 24". Framed.
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART American, 1812-1888 "Washington at Dorchester Heights". Unsigned. A copy of her father Gilbert Stuart's 1806 masterpiece currently in the permanent collection of Boston's Museum of Fine Arts. Oil on canvas, 36" x 24". Framed.
Eldred's
Jun. 28, 2014
Jane Stuart (American 1812-1888) Two girls in
Est: $500 - $1,000
Jane Stuart (American 1812-1888) Two girls in peasant dress o/c 41 x 39" as found
Merrill's Auctioneers & Appraisers
Jun. 28, 2014
Jane Stuart (American 1812-1888) Mary Queen of
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Jane Stuart (American 1812-1888) Mary Queen of Scots in her chambers o/c 37 x 29" signed reverse
Merrill's Auctioneers & Appraisers
May. 27, 2012
JANE STUART (AMERICAN 1812-1888). PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON, AFTER THE 'ATHENAEUM PORTRAIT' BY GILBERT STUART.
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Oil on canvas, 30 x 25 inches. Accompanied by a photograph of the painting with handwritten note on the reverse discussing this as the work of Jane Stuart with "the Master's touches in the eyes, nose and modeling of the cheeks," signed and dated by Albert Rosenthal, Philadelphia, Oct. 6, 1930.Provenance: Purchased by Ernest R. Breech, Chairman of the Boards of Ford Motor Company and TWA in 1952; thence by descent in the family.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Feb. 03, 2012
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART (American, 1812-1888) "WASHINGTON AT DORCHESTER HEIGHTS".
Est: $10,000 - $12,000
Unsigned oil on canvas after a painting by Gilbert Stuart shows a standing George Washington beside his gray horse with smoke billowing from a fire across water. Housed in a modern frame with antique liner. Accompanying the painting is an original steel engraving after a painting by Gilbert Stuart, engraved by T. Kelly and dated "1836", titled "Washington". Housed in an antique gilt frame with glass. SIZE: Painting: 25-1/2" x 16-1/2". Engraving: Sight: 25" x 16". CONDITION: Painting: Craquelure with inpainting. Engraving: Stains & tears. 4-44168, 4-44171
James D. Julia
Sep. 17, 2011
Attributed to Jane Stuart (American 1816-1888), George Washington at Dorchester Heights, oil on canvas, 36-1/4 x 24-1/2 in
Est: $5,000 - $10,000
Attributed to Jane Stuart (American 1816-1888) George Washington at Dorchester Heights Signed indistinctly l.r., also numbered No. 9 and inscribed indistinctly in pencil on stretcher bar Oil on canvas 36-1/4 x 24-1/2 in (92.1 x 62.2 cm)
Weschler's
Oct. 09, 2010
A PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
A PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON Attributed to Jane Stuart, (1812?-1888), after Gilbert Stuart. A fine portrait of Washington, unsigned but a frame plaque attributes it to Jane Stuart, oil on canvas, 28 1/2" x 24", framed, minor retouching and craquelure not affecting the image. This familiar image, known as the "Athenaeum Portrait", was originally painted in 1796 from life by Gilbert Stuart and is best known for its appearance on the one-dollar bill. The President, then 63 years old, grumbled about the drudgery of posing, and all of Stuart's wit and wisdom failed to interest him. The artist claimed that "an apathy seemed to seize him, and a vacuity spread over his countenance, most appalling to paint". Nevertheless, Stuart's original portrait has spontaneity because of its relatively quick, sketchy technique. The warm tan under-painting in our example shows through the thinly brushed hair, while slashes of pigment model the black queue ribbon and form the highlights of the collar and cravat that carefully preserves Stuart's technique. The youngest daughter of the famous portraitist, Jane Stuart also became a noted portraitist in her own right and did numerous copies of her father's well-known paintings of George Washington and other notables of the day. While other artists also copied Stuart's works, hers are credited with being some of the best and include the portrait of Washington at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. So good was her technique that she finished many of Stuart's other works, including the acclaimed portrait of naval officer Oliver Hazard Perry (1818). Jane began as a studio assistant grinding pigments at age 12. She enjoyed a good relationship with her notoriously difficult father, who quirkily called her "boy". Little When Stuart died in 1828, leaving the family deep in debt, Jane began taking commissions to ease the family's straits. Despite Stuart's financial failings, Jane was always defensive of her father and indeed became the proverbial keeper of Stuart's legacy. In fact, much of what we know of her father comes from reminiscences Jane published in Scribner's Monthly Magazine in which she concurred with public opinion that her father was quick and cranky but success came from his equally-quick determination of his sitter's character. Jane became a noted teacher later in life and counted among her students Richard Morrell Staig, best known for his portrait of Oliver Wolcott, Jr. Never married, she became a well-known socialite and match-maker in Newport until her death. A striking and highly impressive work, relined and re-varnished with minimal touch-up. Purchased by our consignor from Garth's Auctions and ex: Robert Vose Galleries. A signed Jane Stuart painting of Washington achieved $194,000 at Northeast Auctions in 2008, while a second fetched $49,000. Very good condition, should be viewed.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Nov. 14, 2009
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART (American, 1812-1888). PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON, Oil on canvas.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART (American, 1812-1888). PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON, Oil on canvas. - Framed: 30 in x 25 in.
Sloans & Kenyon
Nov. 08, 2009
Attributed to Jane Stuart, (American, 1812-1888) Pair of Portraits: George and Martha Washington. Unsigned, the reverse of each canvas
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Attributed to Jane Stuart, (American, 1812-1888) Pair of Portraits: George and Martha Washington. Unsigned, the reverse of each canvas is inscribed: "Copy of Gilbert Stuart's Washington by his daughter Jane Stuart, Boston." Oil on canvas, oval bust-length portraits in an oval with dark spandrels, surrounded by black spandrels, 17 1/4 x 18 1/4 in., in original molded gilt-gesso frames. Condition: Minor retouch. Provenance: Descended in the consignors' family since the late 19th century. Note: Jane Stuart was the youngest of Gilbert Stuart's twelve children. Linda Eppich, who curated an exhibition of Jane's work at the Redwood Library in Newport, Rhode Island, earlier this year, reports that Jane was known to assist in her father's studio, even in her youth. After Gilbert's death in 1828, 'she spent much of her life defending her father's reputation and turning out copies of his most famous works,' according to Bill Van Ciclen, who reviewed the Redwood Library's show ('Gilbert Stuart's daughter was a fine artist in her own right,' Providence Journal, February 8, 2009). Portraits like those offered presently were especially popular.
Skinner
Feb. 22, 2008
JANE STUART (AMERICAN 1812-1888). PORTRAIT OF
Est: -
JANE STUART (AMERICAN 1812-1888). PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON, AFTER GILBERT STUART.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Feb. 22, 2008
JANE STUART (AMERICAN 1812-1888). PORTRAIT OF
Est: -
JANE STUART (AMERICAN 1812-1888). PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Sep. 15, 2007
att. Jane Stuart (RI,1812-1888), Pair of Portraits
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
att. Jane Stuart (RI,1812-1888), Pair of Portraits oil on hand hewn panel, unsigned, the first is of a lady wearing a dark gown with white lace collar and bonnet, seated with her hands resting in her lap and holding a pair of eyeglasses, a folded letter numbered 25, and a white cloth, she also wears two gold bands, one on each hand, very expressionistic brushstrokes are visible in the romantic landscape and sunlit sky peaking from behind a red curtain; the gentleman is seated in a matching chair to that of his wife, with red upholstery and curved arm support, he wears a dark three piece suit with finely puffed white shirt, holding a small bound pamphlet with light blue cover in one hand, while his other partially obscures a gold fob at his waist, he sits before a dark background with a red drapery just visible along the left side of the portrait; both portraits in original gilt composition frames with stipple detail to ogee molded form, interior liner also with gilt composition ornament. - SS 37h x 28w; DOA 47.5h x 39w The portraits are reputed to have come from a house in Philadelphia, however the family name is not known. Sold by McClees Galleries of Haverford PA in the early 1980's (with letter from Gallery).
Leland Little Auctions
May. 14, 1993
ATTRIBUTED TO JANE STUART (AMERICAN, 1816-1888) GEORGE WASHINGTON (LANSDOWNE TYPE)
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 29 x 21 1/2 in., framed. Condition: Good, lined onto Masonite, retouched, minor abrasion u.c., craquelure. PROVENANCE A private Vermont collection. N.B.: Jane Stuart copied the works of her father Gilbert Stuart on numerous occasions. She is known to have made approximately 17 copies of the so-called Lansdowne type, which Gilbert completed in 1796. This particular copy was taken from one of Gilbert's later versions of the composition. Washington's right hand rests on the copy of the Constitution on the desk rather than gesturing into open air as in Gilbert's earlier versions, and the carpet of the earlier versions has been replaced by an ornate marble floor.
Skinner