Samuel Pitts
1786
unspecified
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
1786
unspecified
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
This portrait features a man with fair skin and short white hair, dressed in a light-colored jacket adorned with gold trim and buttons. He wears a white shirt underneath, and his right hand is tucked into his jacket. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal setting, possibly from the 18th century. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the painting, drawing attention to the subject's face and clothing. To learn more about the artist behind this portrait, explore the works of John Singleton Copley.
