Portrait Miniature of John Webster of Salem, Massachusetts

Description:

Portrait Miniature of John Webster of Salem, Massachusetts, America, c. 1820, unsigned, the backing paper inscribed "John Webster Sept. 10th born 1804 died Salem." watercolor on ivory, 2 x 1 1/8 in., housed in an oval gilt brass pendant frame. Condition: Good, small area of craquelure on collar.

Note: A genealogical record indicates John Webster was born in Salem, Essex County, Massachusetts, September 10, 1804 to Elijah C. and Sally (Dole) Webster.
Estimate $400-600

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