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Lee B. Anderson

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The image is a painting of the upper torso and head of a person. They are facing slightly to the right with their head turned towards the viewer in a three-quarter view. The person has a subtle, partial smile and dark, styled hair. They are wearing a dark coat with a white collar or scarf underneath. The background is dark and shadowy with no visible jewelry or objects.
Samuel F. B. Morse, Joseph Gales, 1821/1822, oil on wood, Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase, Gallery Fund, 1951), 2014.136.72

Joseph Gales

Samuel F. B. Morse · 1821/1822 · oil on wood ·  Accession ID  2014.136.72