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George Washington

François Carquillat, after Allardet

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bust portrait of a man, depicting only his head and upper torso. The person is facing forward slightly to the left in a formal posture. His facial features include aged expressions with deeply set eyes and a prominent nose. His hair is styled in a colonial fashion. He is dressed in clothing reminiscent of historical formal attire with a high collar and layered garments visible around his neck. Surrounding him is a decorative motif featuring an eagle with a shield on its chest, flanked by laurel leaves. The background comprises a solid, textured maroon color.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-19th century
Medium
silk tapestry
Dimensions
3308 × 4622 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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