The artwork, titled “George Washington (Gibbs-Channing-Avery portrait),” was created by the artist Gilbert Stuart in the year 1795. This piece is executed in oil on canvas and belongs to the Rococo art movement. The artwork is a portrait genre and is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met) in New York City, NY, USA.
The artwork depicts the first President of the United States, George Washington, presented with a dignified and composed demeanor. The subject is centrally positioned against a relatively dark and muted background, which allows the figure to stand out prominently. George Washington is rendered with meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the soft, realistic portrayal of his facial features and hair. He is attired in formal, dark clothing, typical of his time, with a white cravat adding a touch of contrast to his attire. The portrait encapsulates a sense of solemnity and respect, befitting the stature of the subject. The subdued palette and the subtle play of light and shadow contribute to the overall elegance and gravitas of the artwork, characteristic of Gilbert Stuart’s renowned portrait style.
