John F. Francis (Pennsylvania, 1808 – 1886) oil on canvas portrait depicting a gentleman with glasses, seated holding a book. Signed and dated 1850 en verso. Housed in a stained and giltwood frame. Sight – 28 5/8″ H x 20 5/8″ W. Framed – 35″ H x 27″ W. Mid-19th century. Condition: Looseness to canvas on frame. Scattered scratching and abrasions to canvas. Losses and abrasions to frame.