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Panel of George Washington

William P. Babcock

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white portrait of George Washington. The man has white hair. He wears a dark jacket, a light-colored vest with buttons, and a white neck scarf. A white flower-like decoration is on the right side of his vest. The portrait has an oval shape. The background is dark. The edges of the painting are rough and show signs of wear. The painting's color is predominantly black and white.

Artwork details

Date:
1846–83
Medium:
Panel
Dimensions:
505 × 625 px
Museum record:
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