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Portrait of Alexander Hamilton, by John Trumbull, oil, 1796

Portrait of Alexander Hamilton

John Trumbull

1796

oil

canvas

From the collection of Peabody Essex Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of Alexander Hamilton is a 1796 oil by John Trumbull, a American Impressionism work, depicting Alexander Hamilton, held at Peabody Essex Museum.

Who painted this?
John Trumbull
When & what style?
1796 · American Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Peabody Essex Museum

About this work

This portrait depicts a man with white hair, wearing a brown jacket over a white shirt with a high collar. The background is a dark brown color. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking straight ahead. His hair is styled in a way that was common during the 18th century. The painting is a representation of a historical figure, and it is held at the Peabody Essex Museum. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up John Trumbull.

About the artist

Portrait of John Trumbull
Artist

John Trumbull

John Trumbull (June 6, 1756 – November 10, 1843) was an American painter and military officer best known for his historical paintings of the American Revolutionary War, of which he was a veteran.

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