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The American Star (George Washington)

Frederick Kemmelmeyer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Portrait of George Washington in a black and gold military uniform. Oval frame around portrait decorated with green leaves and feathers. Portrait sitting on a gray stone pedestal. Red plaque on front of pedestal with gold text reading "First in War. First in Peace. First in defence of our Country." White half-circle plaque below red plaque with black text reading "Independence of AMERICA July 4th 1776". Gold banner below portrait with black text reading "GEN. GEO. WASHINGTON". Red banner above portrait with gold text reading "THE AMERICAN STAR". Eagle with outstretched wings above portrait. Blue curtains with gold tassels and rope on either side. American flags and weapons on either side. Brown and blue checkered floor. Pink wall.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1803
Medium
Oil and gold leaf on paper
Culture
American
Dimensions
507 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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