Memorial Portrait of Catharine Schultz (1789-1832)

American

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This painting and embroidery on silk was conceived as a memorial portrait following Catharine Schultz’s death in 1832 at age 43, but it shows her as a much younger woman. The likeness was probably copied from a miniature portrait painted when Catharine was around 15 years old as the empire style dress and hair style date to 1803-1806. Newspaper fragments from the backing of the original period frame have advertisements for businesses that appear in New York City directories from 1833-37, which help date the portrait. The painted face is highly expressive and well-painted, undoubtedly by a professional. The needlework was likely done by one of Catharine Schultz’s female relatives.

Memorial Portrait of Catharine Schultz (1789-1832), Oil paint and silk thread on silk, American

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Memorial Portrait of Catharine Schultz (1789-1832), Oil paint and silk thread on silk, American
Memorial Portrait of Catharine Schultz (1789-1832), Oil paint and silk thread on silk, American
Memorial Portrait of Catharine Schultz (1789-1832), Oil paint and silk thread on silk, American
Memorial Portrait of Catharine Schultz (1789-1832), Oil paint and silk thread on silk, American

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