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Dr. Philemon Tracy

American 18th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man depicted from the waist up. He is seated in a chair, with his body turned slightly to the right and his gaze directed forward. The man's facial features are distinct with a fair complexion, large dark eyes, and a straight nose. His hair is short and appears gray, with a slight part on one side. He is wearing a dark coat with white buttons, a blue waistcoat, a white shirt with a white cravat. He has one hand on his lap, while the other hand holds a letter or document. The background features a room with green vine and red flower wallpaper, and blue drapes. A window behind him shows a glimpse of a tree and water, suggesting an interior setting with an outside view.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1790
Medium
oil on paper on board on canvas
Dimensions
6029 × 6534 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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