Hon. James Ellis
1827
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1827
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
This painting is a portrait of a man. He is dressed in formal attire, with a dark coat and a white shirt featuring a ruffled collar. In his right hand, he holds a quill pen and a piece of paper. The background of the painting is a solid, dark color. The man's expression is serious, and his gaze is directed at the viewer. His hair is styled in a neat, powdered fashion, which was common during the 18th century. The overall style of the painting suggests that it may have been created during this time period. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up Ethan Allen Greenwood.