Old World Portraits
Lady of Squire Williams House
Erastus Salisbury Field
A refined 19th-century American folk portrait showcasing intricate lace work and a dignified subject.
Gentleman of Squire Williams House
Erastus Salisbury Field
1829 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking 19th-century American folk portrait of a gentleman in formal attire holding a scroll.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Warm beige
About the piece
Painted in 1829 by renowned American folk artist Erastus Salisbury Field, this portrait depicts a gentleman from the Squire Williams House. The work showcases the artist's characteristic flat but expressive style, featuring the subject in a high-collared white shirt and detailed floral vest, set against a moody, shadowed background that emphasizes the subject's dignified presence.
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