Portrait of Benjamin Franklin 1778

This portrait of Benjamin Franklin, painted by Joseph Duplessis in 1778, is a classic example of the Neoclassical style, popularized by Enlightenment thinkers. The artist portrays Franklin in a thoughtful pose, highlighting his intellect and wisdom, and showcasing the fur-trimmed red coat and lace cravat that were fashionable at the time. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the portrait depicts a figure who was both a prominent statesman and a scientific innovator.