""John Singleton Copley: American Portraits In Oil, Pastel And Miniature, With Biographical Sketches"" is a book written by Barbara Neville Parker that explores the life and work of John Singleton Copley, one of the most prominent portrait painters in America during the 18th century. The book features a collection of Copley's oil paintings, pastels, and miniatures, showcasing his skill in capturing the likeness and personality of his subjects. Each portrait is accompanied by a biographical sketch of the sitter, providing insight into the social and cultural context of the time. The book also delves into Copley's own life, tracing his artistic development and his rise to fame in both America and Europe. Through its richly illustrated pages and engaging narrative, ""John Singleton Copley: American Portraits In Oil, Pastel And Miniature, With Biographical Sketches"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of colonial America and the art that helped shape its identity.Introduction By G. H. Edgell.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.