Bust of George Washington

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a bust of George Washington. The bust depicts a man with short hair parted in the middle, with hair on the sides pulled back and tucked behind the ears. The man has a straight mouth and a slight nose. He wears a military-style jacket with epaulets on both shoulders; each epaulet has a row of small balls across it. The jacket has a high collar and lapels that cross over the chest. The bust is made of dark material and sits on a rectangular base. The base appears to be made of stone or metal and has a rough texture. The background is a plain wall, possibly made of plaster or drywall. The wall is light-colored and has a slightly textured surface. The overall appearance is formal and serious.