Portrait of Benjamin Franklin
Painting by David Martin
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Portrait of Benjamin Franklin is a 1767 portrait painting by the Scottish artist David Martin of the American politician and inventor Benjamin Franklin. It was painted during his lengthy residence in London when he was acting as colonial agent for Pennsylvania, Georgia, New Jersey, and Massachusetts.[1] The work was commissioned by the Edinburgh merchant Robert Alexander, a friend of Franklin.[2] He is shown seated next to a bust of the scientist Isaac Newton.[3]
ArtistDavid Martin
Year1767
TypeOil on canvas, portrait
Dimensions127.2 cm × 101.4 cm (50.1 in × 39.9 in)
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| Artist | David Martin |
| Year | 1767 |
| Type | Oil on canvas, portrait |
| Dimensions | 127.2 cm × 101.4 cm (50.1 in × 39.9 in) |
| Location | White House, Washington D.C. |
The painting was displayed at the Exhibition of 1767 held by the Society of Artists held at Spring Gardens. Today it is part of the collection of the White House.[4]
