This is a painting of a stylized oval portrait featuring a figure dressed in historical attire, possibly from the 18th century, standing and holding a walking stick. The figure is depicted wearing a tricorn hat, a red coat, and blue stockings set against an ornate, oval-shaped border adorned with leaf-like patterns. Below the portrait is a painted band with floral motifs, adding a decorative element to the composition. This art is in the style of folk art, characterized by its simplified, flat representation and emphasis on decorative detail, typical of early American or European folk traditions.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1937
- Medium
- watercolor and graphite on paper
- Dimensions
- 3376 × 4394 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original