Portrait of Anne Willing Bingham 

Gilbert Stuart, a prominent American painter, is known for his portraits of prominent figures, including this portrait of Anne Willing Bingham. Completed sometime in the late 18th or early 19th century, the piece shows Bingham seated in an elegant pose, her hand resting on a book, highlighting her intellect and refined taste. Stuart's use of rich colors and attention to detail creates a lifelike portrayal of Bingham, captivating viewers with her dignified presence. This painting is a prime example of Stuart's mastery of Neoclassical portraiture, a style emphasizing clarity, simplicity, and the idealization of the subject.