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Samuel McKenney

George Cooke

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a man's upper body. He is seated at a slight angle to the left, with one arm resting on a surface covered by a green cloth. The man has a composed expression, with defined facial features, including dark arched eyebrows, a high forehead, and short, dark hair with a subtle wave. He is dressed in formal attire, consisting of a black coat, a white shirt, and a cravat. A quill is placed nearby. The background is a plain, muted brown color.

Artwork Details

Date
1837
Medium
oil on canvas
Dimensions
16592 × 21296 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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