Bidspirit auction | F.R. Spencer 1840 Oil Painting:

F.R. Spencer 1840 Oil Painting: Child in Red Coat with Dog, Edward Dechaux Canvas - An oil on canvas portrait by F.R. Spencer, dated February 1840, depicting a young child dressed in a red coat and bonnet, holding a black muff, accompanied by a spaniel-type dog. The figures are set within a pastoral landscape, with trees and a distant structure visible. The canvas was prepared by Edward Dechaux of New York, as indicated by a stamp on the reverse. This work exemplifies early American portraiture, capturing the innocence of childhood alongside a beloved pet, characteristic of the era's sentimental themes. Oil on Canvas painting titled Portrait of a Girl with a Dog Signed ”Painted by F.R. Spencer” at canvas verso dated 1840 Frederick Randolph SPENCER (1806-1875) American The painting is an oil on canvas portrait. It depicts a young child in a red and black outfit with a matching bonnet, accompanied by a small spaniel-type dog. DIMENSIONS without frame: Height 24 inch / 61 cm Length 20 inch / 51 cm Shipping: Basel Auction House will refer local third-party USA and international shippers. Purchase pick up available upon request. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Basel Auction House shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. It is the Buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and deem their own opinions on Condition, Description, Provenance, and Validity before purchasing. Please make an appointment to preview the item. REMEMBER ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS-IS, WHERE IS.