ANDREW JACKSON MEZZOTINT, DURAND & VANDERLYN 1828
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After John Vanderlyn (American/New York, 1775-1852). "General Andrew Jackson" -1828, mezzotint engraved by Asher B. Durand (American/New York, 1796-1886). Mahogany and giltwood frame. Note: This portrait of Jackson depicts him standing full length in uniform with sword during the Battle of New Orleans. The American victory at the seminal War of 1812 battle against a British force twice its size cemented Jackson's reputation and propelled him to the presidency. This engraving is based on the 1823 painting by John Vanderlyn (now in New York's City Hall) and sold by subscription in the months leading to the 1828 Presidential election in which Jackson defeated John Quincy Adams. Provenance: From the Lifetime Collection of Billy S. Arant, Jr., Chattanooga, TN. Approx. 30.5" x 23.5" (frame), 22" x 15" (sight)
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Not examined out of frame. paper toned unevenly with water stains, two losses left hand side at sight edge, tear at sight edge lower left, 6" tear right side below center extending to sight edge with two losses below.
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ANDREW JACKSON MEZZOTINT, DURAND & VANDERLYN 1828
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