Attributed to Washington Bogart Cooper (Tennessee/Louisiana, 1802-1889), oil on canvas portrait, likely posthumous, depicting the bust of a young child with straight blonde hair, bright blue eyes, and rosy cheeks, with the lower half of the body obscured by clouds. Housed in a molded giltwood frame with oval sight opening, having fruit, foliate, and shell carved corners. Sight (oval): 23" H x 18 7/8" W. Framed: 32 1/2" H x 28 5/8" W. 19th century.

The Estate of Peggy Lambert, Maryville, Tennessee.

Minor scattered exfolitation primarily to edges. Two small patch repairs visible, en verso, largest measuring 3/4" x 1/2". Scattered minor areas of inpainting visible under UV light inspection.