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Henry Knox (1750-1806) by Charles Wilson Peale, from life, c. 1784

Charles Willson Peale1784

Independence National Historical Park, National Park Service

Independence National Historical Park, National Park Service
Philadelphia, PA, United States

Bust portrait of Henry Knox (1750-1806), in military uniform, body facing forward, head turned to left. Apparently powdered hair, blue eyes. White stock and jabot. Buff waistcoat; very dark blue coat with buff facings & gold epaulettes with two silver stars, brass buttons on coat & waistcoat. Medal of Society of Cincinnati. From light blue & white ribbon threaded with carved edge on each side of cove.

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  • Title: Henry Knox (1750-1806) by Charles Wilson Peale, from life, c. 1784
  • Creator: PEALE, CHARLES WILLSON
  • Date Created: 1784
  • Physical Dimensions: Dimensions: H 23 3/16, W 19 1/2 in
  • Type: PAINTING
  • Medium: OIL ON CANVAS
  • Depicted Person: KNOX, HENRY
Independence National Historical Park, National Park Service

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