Dr. Oscar Fitzland Potter 1848

George Caleb Bingham, a prominent American artist known for his depictions of frontier life, created this portrait of Dr. Oscar Fitzland Potter in 1848. This painting showcases Bingham's skill in capturing the likeness of his subject with a realistic and detailed approach. The subject's attire and posture suggest a man of status and respectability, characteristic of Bingham's portraits of individuals from Missouri's upper class. The painting is currently housed in the Saint Louis Art Museum, where it serves as a valuable record of 19th-century American portraiture.