American Miniatures, 1730-1850

"American Miniatures, 1730-1850" offers an exhaustive and curated exploration of the delicate art of portrait miniatures during a pivotal century of American history. Authored by Harry Brandeis Wehle, this work presents one hundred and seventy-three carefully selected portraits that capture the faces and fashions of early America.Spanning from the late colonial era through the mid-19th century, the collection serves as both an artistic gallery and a historical record of the prominent figures and private citizens of the time. Each miniature is accompanied by a descriptive account, providing essential context on the sitters and the artists who mastered the intricate, small-scale medium. From the refinement of the 18th century to the evolving styles of the mid-19th century, this volume highlights the technical skill and emotional intimacy inherent in miniature painting.Scholars and enthusiasts of American art history will find this a vital resource for understanding the development of portraiture and the personal narratives woven into these small yet significant works of art. This comprehensive study remains a testament to the enduring charm and historical importance of the miniature format in American visual culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 266, Paperback, Tradd Street Press