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Washington, by Rembrandt Peale, ink, 1832

Washington

Rembrandt Peale

1832

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Washington is a 1832 ink by Rembrandt Peale, a Romanticism work, depicting George Washington, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Rembrandt Peale
When & what style?
1832 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

You see a portrait of George Washington in this painting. The artist used simple lines and shading to create a sense of depth. This style was common for portraits at that time, and it's interesting to note that the artist was trying to make Washington look strong and confident. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: lithography.

About the artist

Portrait of Rembrandt Peale
Artist

Rembrandt Peale

Rembrandt Peale (February 22, 1778 – October 3, 1860) was an American artist and museum keeper.

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