Portrait of a Family

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three individuals: a seated man, a woman standing to his right, and a young girl standing to his left. The man, seated on a wooden chair, holds a rifle upright. The woman stands to his right, her left arm resting on his shoulder. The young girl stands to his left. The man has a serious expression, thick dark facial hair and short curly hair. He wears a three-piece suit over a white shirt. The woman wears a dark, long-sleeved dress with lace details and a white bow, and round glasses. The girl wears a checkered dress with dark stockings and ankle boots. The background features a neutral-toned curtain, a wooden fence, and a wall on the left side. The room's floor is covered with a plain fabric in a period style.