Ralph Earl Collection

Marinus Willett, ca. 1791. Creator: Ralph Earl
Marinus Willett, ca. 1791

Noah Smith, 1798. Creator: Ralph Earl
Noah Smith, 1798. Smith was chief justice of the Vermont Supreme Court

Mrs. Noah Smith and Family, c. 1830. Creator: Ezra Ames
Mrs. Noah Smith and Family, c. 1830. Attributed to Ezra Ames. Copy after Ralph Earl

Portrait of Captain John Pratt, Middleton, Connecticut, 1792 (oil on canvas)
651027 Portrait of Captain John Pratt, Middleton, Connecticut, 1792 (oil on canvas) by Earl, Ralph (1751-1801); 117.6x91.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Captain John Pratt)

Roger Sherman, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Roger Sherman, mid-late 19th century

Mrs. Richard Alsop, 1792. Creator: Ralph Earl
Mrs. Richard Alsop, 1792

Mrs. Joseph Wright, 1792. Creator: Ralph Earl
Mrs. Joseph Wright, 1792

Thomas Earle, 1800. Creator: Ralph Earl
Thomas Earle, 1800

Daniel Boardman, 1789. Creator: Ralph Earl
Daniel Boardman, 1789

Family Portrait, 1804. Creator: Ralph Earl
Family Portrait, 1804

William Floyd, before 1837. before 1837. Creator: Asher Brown Durand
William Floyd, before 1837

Lady Williams and Child, 1783. Creator: Ralph Earl
Lady Williams and Child, 1783

Elijah Boardman, 1789. Creator: Ralph Earl
Elijah Boardman, 1789

Esther Boardman, 1789. Creator: Ralph Earl
Esther Boardman, 1789

Mrs. Noah Smith and Her Children, 1798. Creator: Ralph Earl
Mrs. Noah Smith and Her Children, 1798

Master Rees Goring Thomas, ca. 1783-84. Creator: Ralph Earl
Master Rees Goring Thomas, ca. 1783-84

Moses Seymour, Jr. 1789. Creator: Ralph Earl (American, 1751-1801)
Moses Seymour, Jr. 1789. At the age of fifteen, Moses Seymour Jr. sat for a portrait that honors both its sitter and implicitly, his father, the former Revolutionary War major from Litchfield

Mrs Noah Smith and Her Children, 1798. Artist: Ralph Earl
Mrs Noah Smith and Her Children, 1798. Found in the collection of the The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Moses Seymour Jr. 1789 Ralph Earl American 1751-1801
Moses Seymour, Jr. 1789. Ralph Earl (American, 1751-1801). Oil on canvas; framed: 139.4 x 108.6 x 5.2 cm (54 7/8 x 42 3/4 x 2 1/16 in.); unframed: 120.7 x 90.2 cm (47 1/2 x 35 1/2 in.)

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Ralph Earl: Capturing the Essence of a Bygone Era Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Ralph Earl, an American portrait painter who left an indelible mark on the art scene during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Born in England, Earl's artistic prowess flourished as he ventured across the Atlantic to America. Marinus Willett, ca. 1791 - one of Earl's notable works that showcases his talent for capturing intricate details with precision. This masterpiece immortalizes Willett, a prominent figure in American history known for his role as a Revolutionary War hero. Noah Smith, 1798 - another striking portrait by Earl that exudes elegance and sophistication. The subject's piercing gaze seems to penetrate through time itself, leaving viewers captivated by its intensity. Mrs. Noah Smith and Family, c. 1830 - A heartwarming portrayal of familial love and unity captured expertly by Ezra Ames under the influence of Ralph Earl's style. This painting serves as a testament to both artists' ability to evoke emotion through their brushstrokes. Portrait of Captain John Pratt, Middleton Connecticut, 1792 - An oil-on-canvas masterpiece showcasing Ralph Earl's exceptional skill at capturing not only physical features but also character traits that define individuals like Captain Pratt. Roger Sherman mid-late 19th century - Although created by an unknown artist during this period when Ralph was no longer alive; it is evident how influential his work remained even after his passing. Sherman stands tall with dignity and wisdom emanating from every stroke on canvas. Mrs. Richard Alsop & Mrs. Joseph Wright (both painted in 1792) are prime examples where we witness Ralph Earls' ability to bring out women's gracefulness while preserving their individuality simultaneously—a true testament to his artistic genius. Thomas Earle (1800) portrays a man whose gaze reflects determination and resilience.