Who created "Louis McLane"?

Louis McLane was created by Charles Bird King, 26 Sep 1785 - 18 Mar 1862 in c. 1820.

When was "Louis McLane" created?

This artwork was created c. 1820.

Is "Louis McLane" in the public domain?

Yes, Louis McLane is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Louis McLane

Charles Bird King, 26 Sep 1785 - 18 Mar 1862

c. 1820

Medium

Painting

Classification

Painting

Department

Smithsonian Collection

Museum

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Credit

National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution; gift of Robert Milligan McLane

Accession Number

S/NPG.93.120

Tags

HandkerchiefTableRailroad executiveLawyerLouis McLane: MaleMinisterSecretary of StateSecretary of TreasuryDelawareDelaware

Art Historical Context

Behold Charles Bird King's circa 1820 portrait of Louis McLane, a commanding depiction of one of early America's most influential statesmen. Painted in the neoclassical style typical of King, a prominent Washington, D.C.-based portraitist known for his precise rendering of likenesses among the political elite, this oil painting captures McLane seated at a table with a book and handkerchief—subtle symbols of intellect, refinement, and readiness for public service. King's meticulous technique, influenced by his training in London under Benjamin West, brings a lifelike intensity to McLane's gaze,...

Louis McLane

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