Washington Family 1850

"Washington Family" is a portrait painting created in 1850 by Thomas Sully, a renowned American artist known for his portraits of prominent figures. The painting captures a moment of domesticity, depicting George Washington with his wife Martha and their adopted children, surrounded by a group of onlookers and a couple of dogs. Sully's painting, known for its refined brushwork and soft, atmospheric light, reflects the artist's mastery of portraiture and his interest in portraying the lives of America's founding fathers. The painting's focus on Washington's personal life provides a glimpse into the human side of the nation's first president.