Old World Portraits
Abraham Lincoln
George Peter Alexander Healy
An iconic and dignified 1860 portrait of Abraham Lincoln by George Peter Alexander Healy.
Portrait of Abraham Lincoln
George Peter Alexander Healy
1887 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dignified and contemplative 1887 portrait of Abraham Lincoln by renowned artist George Peter Alexander Healy.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with a clear neutral contrast — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy
About the piece
Commissioned decades after his passing, this 1887 oil portrait by George Peter Alexander Healy captures Abraham Lincoln in a rare moment of quiet, heavy contemplation. Seated in a simple wooden chair, the President is depicted leaning forward with his chin resting on his hand, a pose that highlights the weight of his historic leadership. The work is a masterclass in American portraiture, characterized by its luminous skin tones, expressive brushwork, and a rich, moody palette that commands the viewer's attention.
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