A Stroll in Summer: Watercolor Painting by Benjamin Cohen Watercolor painting titled "A Stroll in Summer," depicting a mother and child taking a walk. The painting is signed "B. Cohen." Cohen is known to have been living in West Chester, Pennsylvania by 1887. He exhibited at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. The watercolor on paper measures 6.25 x 13.25 inches.
American Trade Card: Carpelés, Ph. An American trade card featuring the image of a US eagle. The card is associated with Ph. Carpelés. The date is presumed to be circa 1863 based on the provided metadata.
Bronze Plaque by Katherine M. Cohen: Pastoral Scene Cast bronze plaque created circa 1890s by Katherine M. Cohen (1859-1914). The obverse features a richly detailed bas-relief of a pastoral scene. The reverse is blank with a hanging device. The plaque is signed 'K.M. Cohen' incised in the bronze.
Die-Cut Greeting Card: Basket with Red Flowers Die-cut greeting card depicting a basket with small red flowers. The card features two interior pages for greetings. The card was likely created around 1900, based on the provided date.
Drawing of a Stained Glass Window by J. M. Kase & Co. A drawing depicting a stained glass window, executed by J. M. Kase & Co. The drawing notes that it was a gift from Aaron and Oscar Straus, founders of Macy's. The drawing is undated, but based on contextual information, it likely dates from the early to mid-20th century. The work's geographic context is Reading, Pennsylvania.
Letter from Angelo Heilprin to C. B. Norton Regarding an American Art Exhibition in London, March 23, 1884 Three and three-quarters page letter written on Academy of Natural Sciences stationary by Angelo Heilprin to C. B. Norton on March 23, 1884. Heilprin, curator at the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia, offers observations and advice to Norton concerning a proposed exhibition of American art in London. The letter reflects the state of American art relative to European art during that period.
Letter from Frederick Cohen to Andrew M. Makin, Detroit, Michigan, circa 1845 A single-page letter written by Frederick Cohen in Detroit, Michigan, to Andrew M. Makin in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1845. The letter details Cohen's childhood art training in England, providing valuable biographical information about the artist's early life and training.
Oil Portrait of Solomon Jacobs by Thomas Sully, 1812 Oil on canvas portrait of Solomon Jacobs, painted from life by Thomas Sully in 1812. The portrait depicts Jacobs during his tenure as Grand Master of Masons of Virginia. The painting measures 76cm x 63.5 cm and is housed in the University of Pennsylvania Libraries.
Old Shad & Young: Colored Lithographic Print by Rosenthal Colored lithographic print by Rosenthal depicting two fish, each with a man's head wearing a hat; one fish is large, the other small. The print was likely created in the 1870s in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Original Drawing of Franklin Pierce by Jacques Reich, circa 1885 Original pen and ink drawing of Franklin Pierce, 14th President of the United States, by Hungarian-born American artist Jacques Reich. The head-and-shoulders portrait, completed circa 1885, depicts Pierce in a dark coat, vest, white shirt, and dark tie. Reich based his work on the 1858 presidential portrait by G.P.A. Healey. The drawing measures 6 1/2" H x 5 1/2" W.
Pair of Portraits of Charles Edward Etting and Ruben Etting, circa 1848 Pair of oil portraits of Charles Edward Etting (1844-1910) and Ruben Etting (1842-1911), painted circa 1848 by Jane Cooper Sully Darley. The sitters' names are inscribed on the back of the paintings. The portraits depict the brothers at approximately ages 3 and 5. The paintings are beautifully executed and presented in original ornate frames. Charles Edward Etting served as an officer in the Union Army during the Civil War. The boys are the sons of Edward and Phillipa Minnis. The seller did not observe a signature.
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).
Punchboard Sampler: The Sacrifice of Isaac Punchboard sampler depicting the Sacrifice of Isaac. Created circa the late 1890s in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Shows great detail.
Puppet Show, East Side: Signed Litho-Crayon Drawing by Albert Potter A signed litho-crayon drawing titled "Puppet Show, East Side" by Albert Potter. This artwork was exhibited at the Susan Teller Gallery in the exhibition "Degrees of Difference," from February 16th to April 1st, 2006. The drawing dates from January 1, 1931. Geographic context: New York City.
Self-Portrait Sketch by John Wesley Jarvis Presented to Richea Gratz Etting A self-portrait sketch by the renowned American artist John Wesley Jarvis (1781-1833), presented to Richea Gratz Etting (1792-1881) of Baltimore. Jarvis painted Solomon Etting, Richea's father, between 1809 and 1813. This sketch, likely given as a token, is in its original frame. The sketch was later passed to Frank Marx Etting and subsequently acquired by the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Collection in 1888. The painting's dimensions are 3" H x 2 1/2" W, and the frame measures 5 1/4" H x 1" x 5" W. The frame shows age, with wear in the corners and openings on the sides, retaining its original bail of nails on the back.
Signed Drawing for "Barge Life, East River", 1928, by Albert Potter Signed drawing by Albert Potter for his 1928 painting, "Barge Life, East River." The drawing shows signs of transfer to canvas, indicated by black on the reverse and pin pricks. This is considered an important companion piece to the final oil painting (see record 1.213). Created in 1928.
The Old Mill: A Winter Scene Print depicting a scene of a mill in winter. The advertisement indicates the location as 114 Broad Street. Published circa 1920.
Two Lovers: An Oil Painting by Solomon Nunes Carvalho An oil painting depicting two lovers, created by Solomon Nunes Carvalho. Purchased directly from Joan Sturhahn, a great-great granddaughter of Carvalho. Exhibited at the Yeshiva University Museum and the Maryland Jewish Historical Society in 1988 and 1989. This is considered one of Carvalho's earliest works and is described in Joan Sturhahn's book *Carvalho, Artist-Photographer-Adventurer-Patriot*.
Will of Jacob H. Lazarus, New York, New York, March 7, 1879 Certified copy of the will of Jacob H. Lazarus (1822-1891), a well-known American artist, dated March 7, 1879, in New York, New York. The will is a four-page folio document with an additional certification note. This archival record also includes a copy of the will of Amelia B. Lazarus (1825-1906), Jacob's wife, consisting of a three-page folio document. These documents offer insight into the personal lives of Jacob and Amelia Lazarus, members of prominent early American Jewish families and aunt and uncle to Emma Lazarus.