Andrew Jackson by Thomas Sully. A head-and-shoulders portrait of an elderly man with wispy grey hair and a contemplative expression, wearing a high-collared dark coat.

Andrew Jackson

Thomas Sully

1845 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A striking and characterful 19th-century portrait of Andrew Jackson by Thomas Sully.

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Library · Study · Office
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Deep burgundy, Aged gold, Rich brown

About the piece

This 1845 oil portrait by American master Thomas Sully captures the expressive features and intense gaze of Andrew Jackson. Executed with a loose, painterly touch, the work emphasizes the sitter's dignity and character through luminous skin tones and sophisticated lighting, set against a warm, tonal background.