George Washington (Lansdowne Portrait) by Gilbert Stuart. A full-length portrait of George Washington standing in a formal room, gesturing with one hand toward a desk while holding a sword in the other.

George Washington (Lansdowne Portrait)

Gilbert Stuart

1796 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An iconic full-length portrait of George Washington, masterfully capturing his presence as a statesman amid symbolic surroundings.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character in a warmer tonal register — holds a formal wall with confidence.

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

About the piece

Painted by Gilbert Stuart in 1796, the 'Lansdowne Portrait' is one of the most famous images of George Washington. The first president is depicted as a civilian leader, surrounded by symbolic elements like books, a quill, and a background rainbow representing hope and the new nation. The rich crimson curtains and classical architecture elevate the composition's formal dignity.