Portrait of a Man

c. 1865

American 19th Century

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American 19th Century

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The image shows a portrait of a person from the chest up. The individual faces forward and looks directly at the camera. They have a stern expression, prominent cheekbones, a straight nose, and thin lips. The person's hair is neatly styled and dark. They wear a dark suit, a light-colored shirt, and a bow tie. The portrait is framed with an ornate, embossed frame featuring a star pattern. The background is textured and vintage-looking. No accessories are visible.

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Provenance

Charles Isaacs, New York; gift to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, DC, 2014; acquired by the NGA, 2019.

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