Daniel Webster

Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850, ca. 1850

The image shows an upper-body portrait of a person seated in a slightly turned position, looking directly at the viewer. The person has distinctive facial features, including a strong brow, deep-set eyes, a straight nose, and a firm mouth. Their hair is dark and receding, with tufts visible on the sides. They wear a formal outfit with a high-collared white shirt, a cravat, and a dark suit with wide lapels and two visible buttons. The background is plain, dark, and subtly gradient, emphasizing the person in the foreground. There is no jewelry or objects held by the person. The artwork is done in a classic, historical style against an indistinct brown backdrop.
Kunstenaar
Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850
Datering
ca. 1850
Soort
Schilderij
Techniek
oil on canvas
Afmetingen
91,7 × 73,8 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The image shows an upper-body portrait of a person seated in a slightly turned position, looking directly at the viewer. The person has distinctive facial features, including a strong brow, deep-set eyes, a straight nose, and a firm mouth. Their hair is dark and receding, with tufts visible on the sides. They wear a formal outfit with a high-collared white shirt, a cravat, and a dark suit with wide lapels and two visible buttons. The background is plain, dark, and subtly gradient, emphasizing the person in the foreground. There is no jewelry or objects held by the person. The artwork is done in a classic, historical style against an indistinct brown backdrop.

Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850