The Sisters.
PrinterPrinted by
D. W. Kellogg & Co.
American, 1830 - 1840
PublisherPublished by
D. W. Kellogg & Co.
American, 1830 - 1840
Date1830-1840
MediumLithography; printer's ink and watercolor on wove paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 8 1/8 x 7 1/4in. (20.6 x 18.4cm)
Sheet (height x width): 12 3/4 x 9in. (32.4 x 22.9cm)
Sheet (height x width): 12 3/4 x 9in. (32.4 x 22.9cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Dr. James S. Brust
DescriptionTwo women, seen from the waist up, are looking out from a window or balcony with a wide stone sill. The woman at the left is wearing a dress with a low neckline trimmed with lace and jewelry, including a locket and bracelets. The is holding back a curtain with her left hand and gesturing with her right hand. The second woman, who is wearing a turban, leans her right arm on the first woman's left shoulder.
Object number2009.284.1
InscribedOn recto, lithographed title beneath image, "THE SISTERS."On verso, lower right, in pencil, accession numberNotesSubject Note: The Kellogg firm issued many prints entitled "The Sisters." Most depict young children. This print is one of the earliest to depict two young women.
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