Anna Betts Lived/Active: Stockton, New York

Anna Betts
Lived/Active: Stockton, New York
Betts Family Memorial
Inscribed: In rural scenes / Where Stockton stands / This piece was done / By Anna’s hands / 1822
Watercolor on silk
15 3/4” x 20 1/4”, 19 1/2” x 23 3/4” (frame)
Over-all in great condition, some minor losses and staining on the outer edges. Retaining strong colors. Housed in the original early 19th century craved gilt-wood and gesso frame.
Provenance: Richard Axtell Antiques, Deposit, New York, 1980.