John Trumbull

John Trumbull

John Trumbull

1797

oil

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This portrait painting depicts a man with fair skin and short, curly gray hair. He is dressed in a dark red coat over a white shirt, with his right hand resting on a book. The background of the painting is a warm, light brown color. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest that the painting was created in the late 18th century. The artist's use of warm colors and soft brushstrokes creates a sense of intimacy and quiet contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up John Trumbull.

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