George Washington

About this work

This painting shows a man standing in front of a body of water and trees. He is wearing a yellow coat with black sleeves and gold buttons, and he has a sword at his side. The man is looking straight ahead with a serious expression. The man's clothing and the background suggest that he is a military officer. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the man's face and clothing. The artist who painted this portrait was Charles Willson Peale.