Born: March 28, 1793
Georgetown, Maryland

Died: May 6, 1872
Georgetown, D.C.

James Dunlop

Judge, Circuit Court of the District of Columbia

Received a recess appointment from James K. Polk on October 3, 1845, to a seat vacated by Buckner Thruston; nominated to the same position by James K. Polk on December 23, 1845. Confirmed by the Senate on February 3, 1846, and received commission on February 3, 1846. Service terminated on December 14, 1855, due to appointment to another judicial position.

Chief Judge, Circuit Court of the District of Columbia

Received a recess appointment from Franklin Pierce on November 27, 1855, to a seat vacated by William Cranch; nominated to the same position by Franklin Pierce on December 3, 1855. Confirmed by the Senate on December 7, 1855, and received commission on December 7, 1855. Service terminated on March 3, 1863, due to abolition of the court.

Education:

Read law College of New Jersey (now Princeton University), A.B., 1811

Frame Dimensions
45.5″ x 40.5″

Canvas Dimensions
30.25″ x 25.5″

Overall Condition
Some wear and tear on front of portrait, but overall good condition.

Artist
Artist is Charles Armor.

Year Painted
1877

Professional Career:

Private practice, Georgetown, D.C., 1863-1872
Secretary, Corporation of Georgetown, D.C., -1838
Judge, Criminal Court of the District of Columbia, 1838-1845

Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

  • Dunlop family papers, 1750-1930. 8 ft. (5,000 items); collection includes James Dunlop’s personal papers.

Maryland Historical Society Baltimore, Md.

  • Dunlop family papers, 1788-1908. 2 vols. and 1 box; collection includes James Dunlop’s correspondence, accounts, and farm records.
Judges of the D.C. Circuit Courts