New York City 1835 – 1845
Oil on Canvas, retaining original molded pine and gilt decorated frame.
Unsigned
Height: 46 inches
Width: 38 inches
Provenance: The design of this rare Fireman Portrait and the original molded pine and gilt frame support an attribution to the New York City area. The early 19th century fire helmet held by the sitter identifies the Fireman as a member of the Eagle Engine Company No.13 of Greenwich Village, New York City. The initials on the lower edge of the helmet, “C.M” represent the sitter’s name, probably the middle and last initials. On the reverse of the frame, nears the left side hanger support, is the pencil inscription “McCormack,” possibly the sitter’s last name. The portrait shows some resemblance to the work of John Paradise (1783-1833) of New York City, or his son, John Wesley Paradise.
This painting was published by Nathan Liverant and Son Antiques advertisement in “The Magazine Antiques” (January 2009).
Inventory Number: 873
