Portrait of a Man

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a portrait of a man from the chest upwards. He is seated directly facing the camera, with short, neatly groomed hair and distinct facial features including broad cheekbones and a defined nose. The man is dressed in formal attire, wearing a dark jacket, white shirt, and a bow tie. He is not holding any objects and is not wearing any visible jewelry. The portrait is framed in an ornate rectangular frame with gold floral and leaf patterns, and a velvet-like border inside. The background is plain with a neutral tone.