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Gilbert Stuart’s iconic image of George Washington is familiar to many viewers as the face on the one-dollar bill. Stuart called it his ”hundred dollar bill” portrait, after the amount he charged for each replica. Stuart was praised for accurately…

This portrait of Benjamin Franklin highlights his study of ”useful knowledge.” Franklin is surrounded with books, papers and a bust of Sir Isaac Newton, linking Franklin to a distinguished tradition of natural philosophers. While Franklin’s right…

This miniature Battersea enamelware portrait depicts New York statesman and diplomat John Jay. He participated in both Continental Congresses, helping to draft the “Address to the People of Great Britain,” which justified the American Revolution.…

Profile bas-relief portrait of Benjamin Franklin in a fur hat, white on green jasper dip. ”Franklin” and ”Wedgwood/o” on back. After 1777-1779 model (possibly), which is after 1777 ”fur cap” medallion by Jean-Baptiste Nini.

Illustrated with cuts.