Commodore Thomas Macdonough

Amerikanische Malerei 1803–1815, circa 1815/1818

This artwork is a portrait showing the upper body of a man seated, facing the viewer. He has short, curly hair and sideburns. He has light-colored eyes. He is dressed in a formal naval uniform with dark fabric and prominent gold detailing, including epaulettes on the shoulders and gold buttons. The collar is high and white, with a cravat underneath. The background is a blend of muted, swirling colors, primarily in gray and brown tones.
Artista
Amerikanische Malerei 1803–1815
Datazione
circa 1815/1818
Tipologia
Dipinto
Tecnica
Olio su legno
Dimensioni
overall (original fabric): 72,5 × 57,1 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This artwork is a portrait showing the upper body of a man seated, facing the viewer. He has short, curly hair and sideburns. He has light-colored eyes. He is dressed in a formal naval uniform with dark fabric and prominent gold detailing, including epaulettes on the shoulders and gold buttons. The collar is high and white, with a cravat underneath. The background is a blend of muted, swirling colors, primarily in gray and brown tones.

Amerikanische Malerei 1803–1815