Edward Coverly 1807 - 1815

This is a portrait of Edward Coverly by Henry Williams, a prominent American artist of the early 19th century. The portrait, created between 1807 and 1815, depicts Coverly in a formal pose, with a sharp and defined face. The detail of Coverly's attire, with a high-collared shirt and dark coat, reflects the fashion of the era. This intimate portrait, which is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases Williams' skills in capturing the sitter's likeness with detail and precision. The portrait is a valuable record of the sitter and the style of portraiture prevalent in early American art.