American Artist: Joseph Wood

Portrait miniature by Joseph Wood of an early nineteenth century American gentleman

Early Nineteenth Century Scottish American Gentleman

American
circa 1820
by Joseph Wood (1778-1832)

1 3/4 x 2 1/4 inches (sight)

watercolor on ivory; housed under glass in a cast, gilt
copper case with raised thistle and acanthus leaf details

Other portraits in the Tormey-Holder Collection by Joseph Wood
(click photos for larger views and additional information):

Jacksonian Era Gentleman with Long Sideburns