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Museum Collections
Paintings
Andrew McGown II (1785-1870)
Title
Andrew McGown II (1785-1870)
Date
ca. 1840-1845
Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
Overall: 30 x 25 in. ( 76.2 x 63.5 cm )
Credit Line
Gift of Henry P. McGown
Object Number
1918.16
Gallery Label
The subject was the son of Andrew McGown and Margaret (Benson) McGown. He served as an officer in the militia of the city and county of New York and attained the rank of major. His portrait was a gift to the Society from his grandson.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
