The Honorable Richard Biddle 1828

Thomas Sully's "The Honorable Richard Biddle," painted in 1828, is a portrait of a prominent American figure. The portrait depicts Biddle seated, dressed in a dark coat and white cravat, holding a letter sealed with a red wax stamp. Sully, a celebrated American portraitist, captures Biddle's likeness with realism, emphasizing his refined features and intelligent gaze. The work exemplifies Sully's skill in depicting detail, evident in the texture of Biddle's clothing and the subtle play of light across his face. This portrait exemplifies the romantic portrait genre popular in the 19th century.