Old World Portraits
Gentleman of Squire Williams House
Erastus Salisbury Field
A striking 19th-century American folk portrait of a gentleman in formal attire holding a scroll.
Lady of Squire Williams House
Erastus Salisbury Field
1829 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A refined 19th-century American folk portrait showcasing intricate lace work and a dignified subject.
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence with warm, lived-in color — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Aged gold
About the piece
Painted circa 1829, this work by the renowned itinerant artist Erastus Salisbury Field captures the 'Lady of Squire Williams House' with the meticulous, flat-patterned style characteristic of early American folk art. The painting is particularly celebrated for its exquisite rendering of the sitter's translucent lace cap and fichu collar, set against a dark, moody background that emphasizes her presence and the fine details of her attire.
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