Edward and Sarah Rutter 1805

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"Edward and Sarah Rutter, 1805" is a notable portrait painting by Joshua Johnson (also spelled Johnston), who is often considered the first professional African American painter in the United States. The artwork depicts Edward Rutter, a prominent Baltimore ship carpenter, and his wife, Sarah Ogier Rutter, and is one of the few signed works by Johnson. The painting is executed in oil on canvas and is characteristic of Johnson's style, which blends folk art aesthetics with elements of the neoclassical style prevalent during his time.

The portrait is significant for its historical context and its association with an artist of African descent working during the early years of the American republic. Joshua Johnson, who was active in Baltimore, Maryland, from the 1790s to the early 1820s, is known for his portraits of local patrons, many of whom were members of the city's middle class. His work provides valuable insights into the social and cultural milieu of the period, as well as the complexities of race and artistry in the post-Revolutionary era.

"Edward and Sarah Rutter, 1805" is distinguished by its composition and the detailed rendering of the subjects' attire and expressions, which convey a sense of the sitters' personalities and social standing. The painting is part of a larger body of Johnson's work that has been studied for its unique contribution to early American portraiture and the development of an American artistic identity.

The painting is held in a public collection and has been exhibited in various art institutions, contributing to the discourse on American art history and the recognition of artists of color. As one of the few documented works by Joshua Johnson, "Edward and Sarah Rutter, 1805" remains an important piece for scholars and enthusiasts of American art, particularly those interested in the intersection of race, identity, and artistic expression in the early United States.

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