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Watercolor Portrait of President George Washington

19th century

$8,000
£6,061.74
€6,943.23
CA$11,331.10
A$12,364.86
CHF 6,485.58
MX$150,175.30
NOK 81,008.40
SEK 76,556.99
DKK 51,821.65

About the Item

This exceptional American School watercolor portrait of President George Washington stands out as one of the finest we’ve encountered. The level of precision and care given to the facial features, uniform, and background is remarkable, especially considering the difficulty of achieving such detail in watercolor. From the lifelike rendering of Washington’s expression to the subtle modeling of his coat and powdered hair, every brushstroke reflects deep skill and reverence for the subject. The artist has not only captured a likeness but conveyed the dignity and presence of the first president with clarity and grace. Recently reframed to museum standards, the piece now shines with the attention it deserves. It is, without question, the best watercolor portrait of George Washington we’ve had the privilege to offer. There is no signature on this painting, we attribute it to an American School artist.
  • Creation Year:
    19th century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fredericksburg, VA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2574216596982

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