Old World Portraits
George Washington at Princeton
Charles Willson Peale
An iconic 18th-century portrait of George Washington commemorating the Battle of Princeton.
Walter Stewart
Charles Willson Peale
1781 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A commanding 18th-century portrait of Walter Stewart in military dress, set against a sprawling encampment.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — 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
Painted in 1781 by Charles Willson Peale, this formal portrait depicts Walter Stewart in his Continental Army uniform. The officer is presented in a full-length pose against a landscape featuring a detailed military camp, capturing both the individual's dignity and the historical context of the American Revolution.
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