The Swing.

PrinterPrinted by D. W. Kellogg & Co. (American, 1830 - 1840)

PublisherPublished by D. W. Kellogg & Co. (American, 1830 - 1840)

Date1830-1840

MediumLithography; printer's ink on wove paper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 11 x 8 7/8in. (27.9 x 22.5cm) Sheet (height x width): 19 x 14 1/16in. (48.3 x 35.7cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection

Object number1995.182.113

DescriptionThree-quarter-length portrait of a young woman sitting in a swing that appears to be constructed from an armchair and ropes. She wears a dress with balloon sleeves, a broad collar with a ruffle, and a belt with a large buckle. He jewelry includes earrings, a brooch, and a ring. She appears to have a shawl draped around her left shoulder. A tree is dimly visible in the background.

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