Portrait #901

Additional Details

  • Subject/Title:Sevier, John
  • Artist:Unknown
  • Date Created:unknown
  • Owner/Location:Blount Mansion 200 W. Hill Avenue Knoxville, TN 37901-1703
  • Frame Dimensions:24" x 22"
  • Image Dimensions:19.6" x 18.5"
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  • Materials/Media:Oil on canvas
  • Date Documented:8/22/2001
  • Condition:Good
  • Description:John Sevier wears military attire and a cravat around his neck. Frame is wood.
  • Notes:John Sevier (1745-1815) served in the Revolutionary War and fought the Native Americans winning 30 battles. He was the first governor of the State of Franklin, which lasted for 1785-1788. He was paid 200 mink skins a year as governor. John Sevier was the first governor of the State of Tennessee, serving six terms (1796-1801 and 1803-1809)> He also served four terms as a United States Congressman. Permission to reproduce by request only.