1800-1820
GUSN-17221
Painting entitled "Sappho" at base of surround. Figure is shown half length sitting position, 3/4 view in torso and shown profile of her face. She is dressed in thin off-white tunic, elaborate hair style with flower and leaves.
portraits
paintings (visual works)
glass (material)
oil paint (paint)
reverse painting on glass (image-making)
Oil
Glass
Painted
PICTURE, PORTRAIT
Unknown
22.5 x 17.5 (HxW) (inches)
Museum Purchase
1931.1252
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