Edward Shippen

Retrato estadounidense, 1796

The image shows a portrait of a man's upper body, focusing on his head and shoulders. The man is facing slightly to the viewer's right, with his head turned toward the viewer. He has fair skin, flushed cheeks, prominent cheekbones, and a calm expression. His white hair is styled in 18th-century curls. The man is wearing a dark formal coat with a high collar and a white cravat around his neck. The background is a blend of rich red tones with hints of blue and brown, adding depth to the composition. No jewelry or objects are visible.
Artista
Retrato estadounidense
Fecha
1796
Tipo
Pintura
Técnica
Óleo sobre lienzo
Medidas
73,66 × 60,33 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The image shows a portrait of a man's upper body, focusing on his head and shoulders. The man is facing slightly to the viewer's right, with his head turned toward the viewer. He has fair skin, flushed cheeks, prominent cheekbones, and a calm expression. His white hair is styled in 18th-century curls. The man is wearing a dark formal coat with a high collar and a white cravat around his neck. The background is a blend of rich red tones with hints of blue and brown, adding depth to the composition. No jewelry or objects are visible.

Retrato estadounidense