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Henry Fullerton 19th Century
Estimate
600 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- Henry Fullerton
- Portrait of George Washington
- Inscribed H. Fullerton Painter
- ink on paper
- Diameter 3 inches
Signed H. Fullerton, painter
A profile view of Washington, in military uniform; a fort flying the American flag in the left background. In an eglomise mat; the back signed Jn A Trumbull
A profile view of Washington, in military uniform; a fort flying the American flag in the left background. In an eglomise mat; the back signed Jn A Trumbull
Condition
Fine condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
This likeness of George Washington is likely based off of the engraving by Joseph Wright of Philadelphia. While today there are only eight known surviving engraving by Wright the image served as the prototype for medals, medallions, and subsequent prints and drawings of the nation's foremost hero. Architect and writer Fiske Kimball wrote that this print "must be accounted among the most influential of his portraits, sharing with Stuart's three-quarter views and Houdon's bust (in) the creation of the President's likeness as it exists in the mind of the public."