Lot 292: After John Blake White

(South Carolina, 1781-1859), "General Marion Inviting a British Officer to Share His Meal", unsigned, oil on canvas, 19th century, 25 x 30 in.; 19th century gilt wood and composition frame, original stretcher and tacking edge, patch verso, retouch primarily at bottom edge and patch, other scattered points of retouch, darkened varnish, crackle, cupping, flaking, grime, canvas loose; frame with abrasions and loss to composition Private Collection This composition is informally known as the "Sweet Potato Supper", of which 19th century copies rarelycome to auction. For a similar example, see Brunk Auctions, February 17-18, 2007, lot 0114.