The similarities in the painting are striking; multiplicity of children posed in similar attire to each other, holding books, hair in perfect place, posed around an Empire sofa, hand painted floor, luxurious curtain for a backdrop, similar expressions, and significant to note; all of the children in both paintings have identical eyebrows.
Unlike many early 19th century folk art portraits of children, the facial expressions in this painting seem comfortable, natural, and realistic (“Prior” like), versus a stoic or staged and sometimes out of proportion presentation of so many other portraits depicting children during this period.
American folk painting achieved it’s peak of popularity after 1800 when citizens wanted a symbol to record their newly achieved accomplishments in life. They wanted to express pride in their recently acquired status and preserve the moment for the benefit and amusement of future generations. The portrait was a way to document this in perpetuity.
The quality of this painting rests on it’s own merits and has all of the elements collectors of folk art look for; fine quality by generally untrained artists, charm, pleasing subject matter, some degree of provenance, an element of naivete, and in this case, a colorful presentation.
Condition is excellent with a minimal amount of in painting; in the field only, not on the subjects.
Dimensions:
30” high x 25” wide
(in 19th century period style frame with
gold cockbead border insert)
34 ¾” high x 30” wide.
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Attributed to:S.V.D. Schans (Artist)
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Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 25 in (63.5 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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Style:Folk Art(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:CanvasPainted
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Place of Origin:United States
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Period:1820-1829
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1830
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minimal inpainting in the field; perimeter liner.
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Seller Location:Incline Village, NV
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Reference Number:Seller: #157-9/2915Seller: LU97321790022
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