John Thompson

William Marshall

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man with his upper body depicted. He is positioned with his body slightly angled but facing forward, and his head turned towards the viewer, with his right hand pointing to the center of his chest. The man's facial features include a prominent mustache and beard, with long, wavy hair cascading to his shoulders. He is dressed in a richly detailed garment featuring a wide, lace-trimmed collar and a coat adorned with rows of buttons. He wears a decorative piece at his neck. The background includes a scene with several ships at sea and a coastal environment. The portrait is framed with elaborate scrollwork.