Edward Lander

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a man sitting at a desk, holding a quill pen. He is wearing a dark jacket and a white shirt with a ruffled collar. The background is dark, with some faint lines suggesting a wall or paneling. The man's face is serious, with a slight smile. His hair is dark and curly, and he has a prominent nose and chin. His eyes are cast downward, as if he is focused on the paper in front of him. The painting is a good example of a portrait from the early 19th century. You might also want to check out other works by James Frothingham.