Name/Title
Phila Lawrence DonelsonEntry/Object ID
Donelson, Phila LawrenceDescription
Waist-length of a young woman in a white dress with a blue waist sash. Her amber/emerald earrings, necklace, and brooche, and drape chain complement her dark auburn hair worn up in curls. Her eyes are dark brown and her complexion creamy with slightly pink cheeks.Collection
Private CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1959Notes
The original of this work, a companion to #756, was painted by Ralph E. W. Earl on mahogany board in 1828. It survives in Charleston, SC with the owner of this copy's sister. As a companion piece, it is admitted to this survey even though its creation date exceeds the established criteria. The artist Stark is from Gallatin, TN.General Notes
Note Type
Historical NoteNote
Subject lived from 1809-1852 and married Stockley Donelson II (see #756). She died at Cleaveland Hall. She was the daughter of Dr. William Pitt Lawrence.Create Date
June 14, 2026Update Date
June 14, 2026