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Portrait of the Artist

1775–1852
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Portrait of the Artist
  • Artist: John Vanderlyn (American, Kingston, New York 1775–1852 Kingston, New York)
  • Date: 1775–1852
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Probably Conté crayon and pastel on off-white wove paper
  • Dimensions: 25 5/16 x 19 7/8 in. (64.3 x 50.5 cm)
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Alphonso T. Clearwater, 1933
  • Object Number: 33.120.620
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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