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John Wesley Jarvis
An authoritative 19th-century portrait featuring a dignified sitter against a rich crimson backdrop.

1811 · Oil Paint, Panel
A dignified 19th-century portrait of Samuel Chase, captured with a serious expression and soft, painterly lighting.
$243
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A measured, grounding piece in a warmer tonal register — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
About the piece
Painted by John Wesley Jarvis around 1811, this formal oil on panel portrait depicts Samuel Chase. The work showcases the artist's skill in capturing character through subtle tonal shifts and a restrained, elegant palette characteristic of early American portraiture.
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1811 · Oil Paint, Panel
A dignified 19th-century portrait of Samuel Chase, captured with a serious expression and soft, painterly lighting.
$243
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A measured, grounding piece in a warmer tonal register — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.