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Aaron Baldwin

Francis Alexander

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait painting showing a man's upper body. He is positioned slightly turned to his right, with his head facing the viewer. The man has fair skin, defined cheekbones, and small, bright eyes. His hair is short, neatly combed, and grey or white. He is wearing a dark coat over a white shirt with a high collar, partially visible. The background is a muted, dark color, providing a simple setting that emphasizes the subject. There are no visible jewelry or objects in the image.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1835
Medium
oil on wood
Dimensions
5655 × 6765 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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