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Portrait of John Ridge, by Charles Bird King, unspecified, 1825

Portrait of John Ridge

Charles Bird King

1825

unspecified

From the collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of John Ridge is a 1825 unspecified by Charles Bird King, a Realism work, held at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

Who painted this?
Charles Bird King
When & what style?
1825 · Realism
Where can I see it?
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

About this work

This portrait depicts a man with dark, curly hair, wearing a black jacket over a white shirt with a high collar. He sits at a desk, holding a quill pen in his right hand, poised over a piece of paper. The background is a muted greenish-gray color. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal, professional setting. His gaze is directed slightly to the right of the viewer, conveying a sense of confidence and introspection. To learn more about the artist behind this portrait, explore the works of Charles Bird King.

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Portrait of Charles Bird King
Artist

Charles Bird King

Charles Bird King (September 26, 1785 – March 18, 1862) was an American portrait artist, best known for his portrayals of significant Native American leaders and tribesmen.

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