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Portrait of a Woman Holding a Book
Artist/Maker (American, 1803 – 1882)
Possible attribution (1803–1836)

Portrait of a Woman Holding a Book

early 19th century
Watercolor, graphite, pastel, and black ink on paper laid on board
Overall: 28 1/8 x 20 7/8 in. (71.4 x 53 cm)
Purchased from Elie Nadelman
1937.450
This object was once part of the folk art collection of Elie Nadelman (1882-1946), the avant-garde sculptor. From 1924 to 1934, Nadelman's collection was displayed in his Museum of Folk Arts, located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. The Historical Society purchased Nadelman's entire collection in 1937.
InscribedInscribed on verso of board in graphite: "Nadelson [line drawn through 'son'] man"
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Collections
  • Folk Art: The Collection of Elie and Viola Nadelman
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