Portrait of a Soldier

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man seated in an ornately carved wooden chair, facing slightly to his left. His right arm is resting on the chair's armrest. The man has a full beard and mustache, with dark hair partially covered by a button-topped cap. He is dressed in a dark suit with a jacket, waistcoat, and shirt. A pocket watch chain is visible on his waistcoat. A handkerchief is tucked into his jacket pocket. The background includes part of a window or mirror frame, with a painted backdrop depicting an outdoor scene. The photograph is framed in gold.