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Portrait of a South Philadelphian Jew by Joseph Sachs

Oil on canvas portrait of a South Philadelphian Jew, painted by Joseph Sachs circa 1920. The painting measures 20" x 16" and remains in its original, untouched frame. Joseph Sachs (1887-1974) was a Philadelphia Jewish artist who studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts under William Merritt Chase. His primary medium was oil paint, and his subject matter primarily consisted of portraits. Sachs is listed in *Who Was Who in American Art* by P. Falk (1985).

Associated People/Businesses

SACHS, JOSEPH (1887-1974)

Geography

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Subjects

Portrait painting
Art, American
Philadelphia (Pa.)--Social life and customs
Painting

Physical Location

Kaplan Family