Name/Title
Painting of Dr. Clark, Unknown ArtistEntry/Object ID
2020.1.5Description
Framed oil on canvas portait of Dr. Clark, a Bordentown physician who served during the War of Independence. Dr. Clark is shown in a seated position, three-quarter view from the waist up. He is silhouetted against a wine-burgundy color drape background. High forehead with receding hair cut short to head with long; left ear fully exposed. Closed lips, fully opened brown eyes, angular nose, rosy cheeks. Dr. Clark is wearing a black single breasted waist coat with wide lapels which stand up behind neck. Hand bow tied white cravat.Type of Painting
EaselArtwork Details
Medium
Oil on CanvasSubject Person
Dr. ClarkDimensions
Dimension Description
FrameHeight
37 inWidth
32 inDimension Description
Visible area within frameHeight
29-1/2 inWidth
24-1/2 inDimension Notes
Dimension described as "V.O.H." in 1999 appraisalDimension Description
StretcherHeight
30-1/2 inWidth
25-1/4 inCondition
Reason for Exam
InventoryOverall Condition
PoorCondition Detail
CrazingDate Examined
Jan 1999Examined By
Ronald ShafferSurface
Frame damage along decorative outer edges. Canvas has major surface crazing. Some total loss of pigment in area of collar.Valuations
Valuation Type
AppraisalFormal Appraisal
Ronald ShafferAppraiser
Ronald ShafferValue
$1,000.00Estimator
Ronald ShafferDate
Jan 1999Create Date
November 13, 2020Update Date
November 20, 2024