Mid-19th century, oil on canvas (lined), unsigned, painted in an oval, In later gilt frame with inset spandrels.

SS 21.5 x 18.5 in.; 27.5 x 24.5 in.

The Personal Collection of Mr. Philip H. Huggins, Fayetteville, North Carolina

Ex. Private Collection, Louisburg, NC

Possibly a posthumous portrait for a mourning husband and family. The woman's elongated neck and pale skin are in the style of Thomas Sully and other talented portrait artists of the American South.

Craquelure.

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