[George Washington]: Pair of Miniatures of Washington Descendants.... (Total: 2 Items)

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[George Washington]: Pair of Miniatures of Washington Descendants. Pair of 1 1/2" x 1 3/4" miniatures on ivory mounted within oval pendants or brooches, identified as Richard Henry Ball and Catherine Flint Ball. They belonged to Catherine Mary Ball (1839-1936), a descendant of Mary Ball, George Washington's mother. The portraits are not signed and appear to date 1820-1830. There is a single vertical crack in each, more pronounced on the husband, with some evidence of glue residue used in a repair effort. The frame of the wife's portrait has come apart and needs repair. Sold with frames used for their display. A charming pair of portraits, despite the faults. Sold together with a 1962 letter of provenance from the Vermont antique dealer who sold them.

Fees, Shipping, and Handling Description: Framed - without Glass, Small (view shipping information)

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November, 2015

7th Saturday

Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 1

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