Artwork
George Washington
George Washington is a print by Max Rosenthal. It dates from 1903 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
The artist used careful shading to make Washington look calm and steady.
This portrait shows George Washington seated in a chair. He wears a dark suit with a white shirt and a high collar. His right hand rests on a table beside a closed book.
Rosenthal made at least six versions of this image. This one’s from 1903, over a century after Washington’s time. The artist used careful shading to make Washington look calm and steady.
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Overview
George Washington is a print by Max Rosenthal, created in 1903, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts George Washington seated, wearing formal attire, with his right hand resting on a table next to a closed book, conveying a sense of calm and steadiness.
Technique & Style
Rosenthal employed careful shading to achieve a serene representation of Washington, demonstrating his skill in capturing the subject's demeanor.
History & Provenance
This print is one of at least six versions created by Rosenthal, produced over a century after Washington's time, indicating the artist's ongoing interest in the historical figure.
Artist & collection
