Artist/Maker
Thomas Christian Lubbers
(1797 - 1873)
After
Gilbert Stuart
(American, 1755 – 1828)
Depicted
James Madison
(American, 1751 – 1836)
Former owner
James C. McGuire
Former owner
Payne Todd
Former owner
Mrs. J. D. McGuire
James Madison (1750/51-1836)
ca. 1820-1840
Graphite on ivory
Overall: 3 1/2 x 2 3/4 in. ( 8.9 x 7 cm )
Gift of Miss Mary Madison McGuire
1939.243
The portrait by Gilbert Stuart on which this miniature is based was owned by President Madison and hung in his home, Montpelier, in Virginia; it is now owned by Colonial Williamsburg.
MarkingsSigned: lower right:"T.C.Lubbers"
ClassificationsMINIATURES
Companion/Companion