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Rufus W. Griswold

American, 1815 - 1857

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The image shows a portrait of an older man. He has a high forehead with a bald top, framed by thick, wavy gray hair that extends into a full, bushy beard. His facial expression is neutral with a hint of a smile, and he has deep-set eyes. He is wearing a dark garment that appears plush and formal, possibly a robe or cloak, with a light shirt underneath. The background is dark and without detail, ensuring the focus remains on the man's face. He is not wearing any jewelry and is not holding any objects.
Charles Loring Elliott, William Cullen Bryant, c. 1854, oil on canvas, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of James C. McGuire, 1888), 2015.19.120

William Cullen Bryant

Charles Loring Elliott · c. 1854 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  2015.19.120