(Pennsylvania/Maine, 1839-1929) Sketch for John Rorer's House, Branchtown, 1855, inscribed with title and signed verso "...Xanthus Smith 1855", oil on paper, 8 x 12 in.; fine modern gilt wood and composition frame, some restoration to tears in sky. Notes: This painting is thought to be one of the artist's earliest works.
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