Horace Binney 1800

Gilbert Stuart, a prominent American portraitist, painted this portrait of Horace Binney in 1800. The oil on canvas painting captures Binney, a renowned lawyer and politician, in a formal pose, his hand resting on a gilded frame. Stuart’s masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism. Binney’s discerning gaze and the subtle details of his attire underscore his social standing and intellectual prowess. The portrait showcases Stuart’s signature style, characterized by a focus on capturing the sitter's character through nuanced brushwork and a keen eye for detail.