A most unusual, early Sheraton example. The lower frame is surmounted by a reeded and dental molded top section flanked by a pair of carved and gilt dolphins. Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry's portrait is within a most magnificent wreath; at the bottom is a panoply of arms interwoven with ribbon banner reading, "WE HAVE MET THE ENEMY AND THEY ARE OURS". Perry is flanked by two pair of American flags above which is a spreading eagle clutching a ribbon. The vignette is festooned by a wreath.
Date: Circa 1812-1820
Measurement: 41" x 15.5"
Material: Mahogany, parcel gilt, reverse painting on glass
Condition: Good, water damage to eglomise as depicted, tiny loss to gilded flag canton at 9-o'clock. Two small sections of backboard are missing from top section.
$2,950
SKU: 232-388
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