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Unidentified, James Norris, 19th century, watercolor on ivory, image (oval): 2 7⁄16 x 2 1⁄16 in. (6.2 x 5.2 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Bequest of Mary Elizabeth Spencer, 1999.27.39
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Artwork Details
- Title
- James Norris
- Artist
- Unidentified
- Date
- 19th century
- Location
- Not on view
- Dimensions
- image (oval): 2 7⁄16 x 2 1⁄16 in. (6.2 x 5.2 cm)
- Credit Line
- Bequest of Mary Elizabeth Spencer
- Mediums
- Mediums Description
- watercolor on ivory
- Keywords
- Portrait male — Norris, James — bust
- Object Number
- 1999.27.39
Artwork Description
Although this miniature was attributed to Sarah Miriam Peale, questions have been raised as to whether another miniaturist painted this portrait. James Norris is reputed to have lived in Philadelphia, a popular destination for many painters of miniatures.