Old World Portraits
William Henry Harrison
Rembrandt Peale
A distinguished 19th-century portrait of William Henry Harrison in formal military attire.
David Glasgow Farragut
William Swain
1838 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 19th-century portrait of a naval officer, characterized by luminous skin tones and intricate gold uniform detailing.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
This 1838 portrait by William Swain depicts David Glasgow Farragut in his naval uniform. Captured in a dignified pose against a moody horizon, the work showcases Swain's mastery of light and shadow, particularly in the rich textures of the formal gold epaulettes and polished buttons.
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