Mr. Benjamin Schaum 1808 - 1810

Jacob Eichholtz’s “Mr. Benjamin Schaum” is an oil-on-canvas portrait, completed between 1808 and 1810. The work depicts a man in profile, clad in a dark coat and a crisp white cravat. The painting is notable for its meticulous detail, particularly in the rendering of Schaum’s clothing and features. Eichholtz was a prominent American portrait painter, known for his realistic depictions of individuals from various social classes. The painting is now part of the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago, showcasing Eichholtz’s mastery of portraiture and his role in documenting the lives of early Americans.