Two Early Portraits of George Washington, Painted by Charles Willson Peale

Name: Two Early Portraits of George Washington, Painted by Charles Willson Peale
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John Hill Morgan

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

History of art & design styles: c 1600 to c 1800; Portraits in art; History of the Americas; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900

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""Two Early Portraits of George Washington, Painted by Charles Willson Peale"" provides a meticulous examination of the artistic and historical significance of some of the earliest known likenesses of the first American president. Written by art historian John Hill Morgan, this study focuses on the specific portraits rendered by the esteemed Charles Willson Peale, an artist whose work was fundamental in shaping the visual identity of the American founding era.

The work details the provenance, stylistic execution, and historical circumstances surrounding the creation of these specific paintings. Morgan offers critical insight into Peale's technique and the evolution of George Washington's image during the late colonial and early Revolutionary periods. By documenting the physical attributes and the sittings that produced these portraits, the book serves as a vital resource for understanding the intersection of American political history and the development of early American fine art. This volume is an essential reference for scholars of American portraiture, collectors of Americana, and those interested in the authentic visual legacy of George Washington before he became the iconic figure of later presidential imagery.

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By: John Hill Morgan
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 3mm
Weight: 86g
ISBN: 9781026052822
ISBN 10: 1026052823
Pages: 52
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active