American Artist

He left portraits of six presidents
And of several of their wives.
His brush lent depth and reality
To these ever famous lives.

His works grace great museums
And hang on mansion walls.
They're seen in the White House and Capitol
And in state governmental halls.

His most famous painting is unfinished,
You'll find it on the dollar bill.
We recognize George Washington's face
Because of this artist's skill.

The Boston Museum of Fine Arts
Placed it proudly on display,
His original of "The Athenaeum".
It is hanging there today.


Artist -- Gilbert Stuart 1755-1828

For Brian Strand's contest Picture This
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Kendrick Avatar
June 24, 2010 at 3:11 PM
I don't know how I missed this one..You must have posted it when we were out of town..Sara
La France Avatar
May 30, 2010 at 6:14 AM
I think this poem, is absolutetly wonderful. Best of luck in Brian's contest. And, regarding my contest, What Is My Theme? I checked my list, and you did ask for a theme, and I gave the theme of writing a poem, about a place you would like to travel too. I see the contest closed today, however. I am so sorry Joyce, but do not worry too much. My next contest, will begin right after this one is judged. And I promise it will be inspiring . . . Constance
Strand Avatar
May 30, 2010 at 12:42 AM
Thank you for supporting my contest Joyce.Rgds Brian
Mehta Avatar
May 29, 2010 at 8:24 PM
A nice entry in the contest. Good luck
Devonshire Avatar
May 29, 2010 at 3:50 PM
Wow, this artist's work lives on not only at the White House, but also on the dollar bill and the museum in Boston. Everyone has seem color images of the George Washington painting and I must say this artist is quite talented. Very nice, Joyce!! Love, Carolyn
Fox Avatar
May 29, 2010 at 1:54 PM
Don't forget ,Peruvian Pablo Cesar Amaringo, Canadian Paterson Ewen, Argentinian Prilidiano Pueyrredón,All great American Artists !
Richards Avatar
May 29, 2010 at 1:49 PM
A great choice, Joyce. I wouldn't have thought of this one!! Well done! ~ Carrie
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