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Browse 171,405 authentic and royalty-free photos of George Washington, the first president of the United States. Find portraits, paintings, engravings, and illustrations of Washington in various settings and contexts.
At first, George Washington was a reluctant portrait-sitter. Over time, his growing patience toward the capturing of his likeness produced some of the most celebrated works of art in America. Below are portraits of Washington that were created from life by a diverse and talented group of international artists.
Browse 3,878 photos of George Washington, the first president of the United States, in various historical scenes and settings. See portraits, engravings, illustrations, and modern images of Washington and his legacy.
This sample photo collection is available for your editorial, educational, and personal use. All images below are available for download for non-commercial use only. The images may not be used for any other purpose without the express written permission of George Washington’s Mount Vernon.
The Portraits. Collection Highlights. George Washington, 1732–1799. First President, 1789–1797. Campaign. During the Revolutionary War, conditions were dismal for American colonists. Against heavy odds, Washington outmaneuvered British forces to lead the colonists to victory.
See a detailed description of the oil painting of George Washington by Gilbert Stuart, the first president of the United States. Learn about the artist, the pose, the setting, and the symbols in the portrait.
George Washington: A National Treasure exhibition is a historic tour from the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery, celebrating our nation's first president - the man, the icon, the hero.
