Portrait of Edward Wheelwright
1857
oil
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
1857
oil
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
This portrait depicts a man with a beard, wearing a dark jacket and white shirt. The background is a muted brown color. The subject's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to explore the work of William Morris Hunt.
