Michel-Marie Carquillat

French, 1803 - 1884

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The image shows a bust portrait of a man, depicting only his head and upper torso. The person is facing forward slightly to the left in a formal posture. His facial features include aged expressions with deeply set eyes and a prominent nose. His hair is styled in a colonial fashion. He is dressed in clothing reminiscent of historical formal attire with a high collar and layered garments visible around his neck. Surrounding him is a decorative motif featuring an eagle with a shield on its chest, flanked by laurel leaves. The background comprises a solid, textured maroon color.
Michel-Marie Carquillat, George Washington, mid-19th century, silk tapestry, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2012.10.2

George Washington

Michel-Marie Carquillat · mid-19th century · silk tapestry ·  Accession ID  2012.10.2