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Portrait of C.H. Moore signed P.O. Jenkins

Description

Portrait in oil of C.H. Moore who was a friend and associate of Abe Lincoln. The painting was found in the attic of Moore's Clinton, IL home. The artist, P.O. Jenkins (Philip Oskar Jenkins) is known for painting an iconic early portrait of Abraham Lincoln.

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Category Folk Art
Medium Oil on Canvas
Distinguishing marks Signed P.O. Jenkins (Philip Oskar Jenkins)
Condition Fair
Size and dimensions of this item 18" X 24" approx
Date Period 1850-1860
Weight 9 lbs approx
History Portrait was found in the attic of a home in Clinton, IL
Price Paid (If known) found
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