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Joseph Barrell, Jr. (1765-1801)

Nathaniel Hancock

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval-shaped pendant with a gold-colored metal frame. The outer edge of the frame has dark blue lines radiating outward. Inner frame around portrait is also gold-colored. Portrait of a man with light skin, brown hair, wearing a dark jacket and white shirt. Background of portrait fades to light beige. Small gold loop at top of pendant for hanging. Gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1790
Medium
Watercolor on ivory
Culture
American
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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