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Smithsonian American Art Museum
James Buchanan

James Buchanan, Jacob Eichholtz, 1834

Jacob Eichholtz, portrait

Jacob EichholtzAmerican, 1776–1842

James Buchanan

1834 · Painting · 91.7 × 71.8 cm

May one see it?

Yes, receiving visitors

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Washington, D.C., United States

RoomLuce Foundation Center, 3rd Floor, 1B

On public display.

Checked: 8 days ago
In this state since: Sep 25, 2026
Source: The museum's own collection data

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About the painting

James Buchanan served many roles before he was elected the fifteenth president of the United States. This portrait was painted after his term as minister to Russia, but he also acted as a representative, senator, and secretary of state. Jacob Eichholtz's painting accurately depicts Buchanan, who often wore black suits and large white cravats. The future president appears composed and confident, but his slightly uneven eyes give him an intimidating stare. The portrait was owned by Buchanan and then given to his niece, Harriet Lane Johnston, who served as his official hostess at the White House during his administration.

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Particulars

1834 · aged 58

17761842

Accession number: 1906.9.5

What it shows

Occupations Man Portrait Political Presidents

Sources

Smithsonian American Art Museum: the museum's own open data · fetched 8 days ago
Image: Smithsonian American Art Museum — CC0

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