General Andrew Jackson 1819

This plaster bust of General Andrew Jackson, sculpted by William Rush in 1819, is a powerful portrayal of the American hero. Jackson, renowned for his victories in the War of 1812 and his role in expanding westward, is depicted in military uniform with a stern and determined expression. Rush, a prominent American sculptor, captured the general's likeness with a meticulous attention to detail, including the intricate braids on his shoulder epaulets. The bust, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to the artistic and political climate of early 19th-century America.