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Portrait of a Gentleman

George Catlin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green velvet-covered case, oval-shaped recess on both sides, one side with a small piece of paper featuring a black eagle, the other side with a gold-framed oval portrait. The portrait depicts a young man with brown hair, wearing a black coat with a high white collar. The frame has a decorative edge and a small gold loop at the top. The case is open, revealing both sides. The portrait is titled "Portrait of a Gentleman" by George Catlin.

Artwork details

Date:
1827
Medium:
Watercolor on ivory
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
599 × 396 px
Museum record:
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