John Ritto Penniman (Massachusetts/Maryland, 1782-1841) Joseph Knox, Esquire

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John Ritto Penniman (Massachusetts/Maryland, 1782-1841)

Joseph Knox, Esquire
Inscribed on the back "The Miniature Portrait of Joseph Knox, Esqr./was painted in Hardwick, Massachusetts by/John Ritto Penniman April 1852."
Pen and ink wash on paper, 9 1/2 x 7 3/4 in., in a gilt molded frame.
Condition: Minor toning, water staining at left and bottom edges not affecting the image.

Provenance: An estate from the east side of Providence, Rhode Island.
Estimate $1,500-2,500


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