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John Smart, Portrait of James Fittler, 1805
Artist | John Smart (English, 1741–1811) |
Title | Portrait of James Fittler |
Object Date | 1805 |
Medium | Graphite and watercolor on paper |
Setting | Gilt copper alloy frame |
Dimensions | Overall: 6 5/16 x 6 5/16 in. (16 x 16 cm) |
Inscription | Inscribed on verso: “This portrait of James Fittler Esq. Aetat 49 Oct. 20th 1805 / Marine Engraver to his Majesty Geo 3d / and painted by me. I present to him / as a mark of my esteem and regards / Finished October the 20 1805 John Smart” |
Credit Line | Gift of the Starr Foundation, Inc., F65-41/46 |
doi: 10.37764/8322.5.1628
Scholarly research and commentary to be published in 2025.