Correspondence regarding a painting commissioned by S.F. DuPont from Mary Smith. Xanthus Smith also mentions work he has performed for S.F. DuPont on a drawing of the Atlanta.
Correspondence in which Xanthus Smith lists books Sophie DuPont purchased for him in return for the restoration of a painting. The letter also contains personal information about the Smith family.
Correspondence regarding Xanthus Smith's commission by Sophie DuPont to paint a repetition of his previous work "the little spring house". Smith also discusses a portrait Sophie DuPont was commissioning from a Miss Lesley.
Correspondence regarding personal matters of the Smith family, Russel Smith's preparations for work on the Baltimore Academy of Music, and Xanthus Smith's work on paintings of Civil War naval battles. Smith describes the popularity of his depiction...
Correspondence in which Xanthus Smith discusses his and his sister's painting practices and studies. He also discusses a visit to Louviers and other personal matters.
