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Oil Painting of the Transport Ship 'The America' under Captain J.P. Levy off Vera Cruz
Oil painting depicting the transport ship 'The America' under Captain J.P. Levy during a hurricane off the coast of Vera Cruz. Painted circa 1847 by James Guy Evans (1810-1860), active in New Orleans. The painting includes the inscription "Transport the America under Capt. J.P. Levy off the coast of Vera Cruz on way to N.O." This painting is significant as it is considered the only known American Jewish War-related painting from before the 20th century. It boasts notable provenance, having been owned by Jefferson Levy, son of Captain J.P. Levy and owner of Monticello.
Associated People/Businesses
- Levy, Jonas Phillips, 1807-1883
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Physical Location
Arc.MS.56 Crate 6, Well 2