Junius Brutus Booth
1829
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1829
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting is a portrait of a man with dark hair and a fur-trimmed coat. The background is a muted brown color. The man's expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The fur trim on his coat adds a touch of elegance to the overall image. If you're interested in learning more about this style of portraiture, you might want to explore the work of artist Robert Matthew Sully.