Captain Charles Stewart 1811 - 1812

thomassully

character pose

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dark silhouette

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Thomas Sully’s portrait of Captain Charles Stewart, painted between 1811 and 1812, depicts the naval officer in a commanding pose, clad in his uniform. The artist, Thomas Sully, was a prominent American portrait painter known for his naturalistic style, bringing out the character and personality of his subjects, as seen here in the intense gaze and confident posture of Captain Stewart. This portrait is a testament to the celebrated career of Captain Stewart, a significant figure in the history of the United States Navy.