George Washington 1770 - 1793

This small oval print, engraved by Joseph Wright, is a portrait of George Washington, the first President of the United States. Dated between 1770-1793, the print features Washington in profile, wearing a military uniform, which reflects his role as Commander-in-Chief during the American Revolutionary War. The print, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a testament to the visual culture surrounding the early American republic, portraying a historical figure in a manner consistent with the conventions of portraiture during the period.