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Charles A. Gould

died 1926

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The image shows an upper-body portrait of a person seated in a slightly turned position, looking directly at the viewer. The person has distinctive facial features, including a strong brow, deep-set eyes, a straight nose, and a firm mouth. Their hair is dark and receding, with tufts visible on the sides. They wear a formal outfit with a high-collared white shirt, a cravat, and a dark suit with wide lapels and two visible buttons. The background is plain, dark, and subtly gradient, emphasizing the person in the foreground. There is no jewelry or objects held by the person. The artwork is done in a classic, historical style against an indistinct brown backdrop.
James Reid Lambdin, Daniel Webster, c. 1850, oil on canvas, Andrew W. Mellon Collection, 1954.1.1

Daniel Webster

James Reid Lambdin · c. 1850 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  1954.1.1