Lot 365: American or English School (18th/19th Century)

American or English School (18th/19th Century)
Portrait of a Gentleman
Depicting a gentleman in a dark coat with gilt buttons and a white cravat, his powdered hair tied back. Painted with restrained realism typical of late 18th century Anglo-American portraiture.
Oil on canvas, in giltwood frame
23″ x 17 1/2″
Provenance: Property from the Estate of Ross McKenzie long time 30 year employee of Clearing House Auction Galleries in Wethersfield, CT
Condition: Craquelure, surface wear, canvas relined on later stretcher, frame with age wear

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Estimate: $300- $500

Auction Date: October 25, 2025

Realized Price: $854