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John Quincy Adams by Charles Osgood, by Charles Osgood, oil, 1828

John Quincy Adams by Charles Osgood

Charles Osgood

1828

oil

canvas

From the collection of Peabody Essex Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

John Quincy Adams by Charles Osgood is a 1828 oil by Charles Osgood, a American Folk Art work, held at Peabody Essex Museum.

Who painted this?
Charles Osgood
When & what style?
1828 · American Folk Art
Where can I see it?
Peabody Essex Museum

About this work

This portrait painting depicts a man with a balding head, dressed in a black coat over a white shirt and cravat. The background is a warm, dark brown color. The subject's facial expression is serious, with a slight furrowed brow. His eyes are cast downward, and his mouth is set in a firm line. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. To learn more about the artist who created this work, explore the art of Charles Osgood.

About the artist

Artist

Charles Osgood

Charles Osgood (1809–1890) was an American artist from Salem, Massachusetts, who also worked briefly in Boston and New York City.

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