Portrait of Mrs. George H. Crossman by Thomas Sully. A bust-length portrait of a woman with brown hair in ringlets, wearing a dark garment with a white collar and a brooch, set against a soft, tonal background.

Portrait of Mrs. George H. Crossman

Thomas Sully

1861 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An elegant mid-19th-century portrait by Thomas Sully, capturing the subject's gentle expression with luminous brushwork.

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Where it works

A measured, restful work with rich warm-brown color — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Living Room · Library · Study
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Rich brown, Olive green, Charcoal black

About the piece

This 1861 portrait by American master Thomas Sully depicts Mrs. George H. Crossman with the soft, painterly touch that defined his renowned style. The composition focuses on the sitter's calm expression and period-specific details like her ringlet hairstyle and lace-trimmed collar, all set against an atmospheric, neutral backdrop that adds depth and sophistication to the piece.

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