Leah Letitia Perkins

Painting

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Name/Title

Leah Letitia Perkins

Entry/Object ID

Perkins, Leah Letitia

Description

Oval bust of a girl balanced on a cloud. She is full-bosomed, has corkscrew curls and is looking straight at the artist.

Artwork Details

Medium

Oil on Canvas

Collection

Private Collection

General Notes

Note Type

Historical Note

Note

Leah Letitia Perkins was born on June 27, 1841, in Williamson County to Thomas Fearn Perkins and Leah Cannon Perkins. She died in 1858 at the age of 17 and is buried in Mount Hope Cemetery.

Created By

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Create Date

September 25, 2026

Updated By

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Update Date

September 25, 2026