Nathaniel West, Jr.
1823
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1823
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
This painting is a portrait of a man. He has fair skin and brown hair, which is styled in a side part and curls slightly at the ends. The man is wearing a dark jacket over a white shirt with a high collar and a white cravat. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The man's expression is neutral, and he is looking directly at the viewer. His attire suggests that he may be a member of the upper class or a professional. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up James Frothingham.
