Alexander Hamilton by John Trumbull. A bust-length oil portrait of Alexander Hamilton with light hair and a white cravat, looking upward and to the side against a dark, moody background.

Alexander Hamilton

John Trumbull

1832 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A classic 19th-century oil portrait of Alexander Hamilton by John Trumbull.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Olive green

About the piece

Painted by John Trumbull in 1832, this dignified oil portrait depicts American statesman Alexander Hamilton. The work demonstrates Trumbull's masterful technique in capturing a contemplative expression and fine textile details, set against a deep, atmospheric background typical of the period.