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Portrait of Jennie Walters Delano, c1876. Creator: George Augustus Baker
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Portrait of Jennie Walters Delano, c1876. Creator: George Augustus Baker
Portrait of Jennie Walters Delano, c1876. Jennie Walters was born in 1853, the daughter of William T. and Ellen Walters (nee Harper), and the sister of Henry Walters. She was educated in Paris, and at St. Mary's Convent, Georgetown, and later at Harvard University. In Cambridge she met Warren Delano, a close friend of her brother. She became engaged, and they married in 1876. After her marriage she lived in Orange, New Jersey, and, from 1900, in New York City. She had seven children, five of whom lived into adulthood. She died in 1922
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This portrait, painted by George Augustus Baker in 1876, depicts Jennie Walters Delano, an American woman of the late 19th century. Born in 1853, Jennie was the daughter of William T. and Ellen Walters, and the sister of Henry Walters. She received an impressive education in Paris, St. Mary's Convent in Georgetown, and later at Harvard University. In Cambridge, she met Warren Delano, a close friend of her brother. Their engagement led to their marriage in 1876. Jennie's life was filled with accomplishments. After her marriage, she resided in Orange, New Jersey, and later in New York City. She was the mother of seven children, five of whom survived into adulthood. Her direct gaze and confident posture in this portrait reflect her strong character and determination. The painting, titled "Portrait of Jennie Walters Delano," is an oil on canvas masterpiece that showcases the fashion of the era. Jennie's frilly, Victorian-inspired dress, complete with a high neckline and full skirt, is adorned with intricate floral patterns and delicate frills. Her hair is styled in an elegant updo, adding to her refined appearance. The painting's rich colors and attention to detail make it a valuable piece of American heritage art. This portrait not only captures the essence of Jennie Walters Delano but also provides a glimpse into the fashion and culture of the late 1800s in the United States. The painting is a testament to Baker's exceptional artistic skills and the subject's captivating personality.
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