Portrait #924

Additional Details

  • Subject/Title:Collett, Joshua (1781-1856)
  • Artist:Unknown
  • Date Created:ca. 1820
  • Owner/Location:Private Collection
  • Frame Dimensions:2 1/4" x 2 3/4"
  • Image Dimensions:2" x 2 1/2"
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  • Materials/Media:Oil
  • Date Documented:1 October 2007
  • Condition:Good
  • Description:Miniature is framed by metal oval that is mounted on embossed velour and enclosed in narrow gold metal on wood frame.
  • History:Inherited by present owner
  • Notes:Subject was born in Berkeley County, Virginia where he was educated for the law. Emigrated to Northwest Tennessee at age 21 and settled at Lebanon, Ohio. Was successful attorney and later a distinguished judge, serving as Chief Justic of Ohio Supreme Count. Married Eliza Van Horne in 1808