Gift of Dr. James C. Bonnette, 2007.41.3. © 2008 The Connecticut Historical Society.

The Swing

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

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

DraftsmanDrawn on stone by Austin Hall American, 1815 - 1886

Date1834

MediumLithography; printer's ink and watercolor on wove paper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 10 1/2 x 8 7/16in. (26.7 x 21.4cm)
Sheet (height x width): 12 3/4 x 9 1/4in. (32.4 x 23.5cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

Credit LineGift of Dr. James C. Bonnette

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.

Object number2007.41.3

MarkingsOn recto, stamped in red ink, upper right, "241"; verso, stamped in red ink, upper left, "242"InscribedOn recto, lithographed title beneath image, "THE SWING."

On verso, lower right, in pencil, accession number.

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