Portrait of U.S. Secretary of State William H. Seward (1869)

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This evocative portrait, painted by Swiss artist Frank Buchser in 1869, captures William H. Seward, the United States Secretary of State under Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. Seward, known for his influential role in the purchase of Alaska and for his antislavery stance, is depicted with a dignified air, reflecting his importance in American history.In this painting, Buchser skillfully portrays Seward seated, exuding a sense of contemplation and authority. Seward's face, detailed with subtle shadows, shows a man of experience and wisdom, suggested by his thoughtful gaze and slightly furrowed brow. He is dressed in a formal black suit with a white shirt and a crisply tied bow tie, embodying the typical attire of a 19th-century statesman.The artist employs a dark palette, directing the viewer's focus to the figure of Seward, who is illuminated against a rich, shadowy background. This technique highlights Seward's prominent position and the serious nature of his office. A notable detail in the composition is the presence of newspapers with clearly visible headlines, placed beside him, which perhaps reference Seward's involvement in significant political events of that era.

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Frank (originally FranzBuchser (1828–1890) was a Swiss painter. He is noted for his portraits of notable American figures of the post civil war period and for his works with Oriental themes.