Edward Shippen

Portrait américain, 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.
Artiste
Portrait américain
Datation
1796
Catégorie
Peinture
Technique
Huile sur toile
Dimensions
73,66 × 60,33 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

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.

Portrait américain