George Washington
1904
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1904
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows George Washington, the first US president. He's dressed in formal clothes and looks serious. The artist put a lot of detail into his face and clothes, which makes the painting feel old-fashioned, even though it was made in 1904. This detail suggests the artist was trying to show respect for Washington. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Max Rosenthal (American, 1833–1918).
