William James (1771-1832)

"William James (1771-1832)" is a portrait painted by American artist Ezra Ames, completed in 1825. The work is significant for its representation of the prominent American physician and philanthropist William James, reflecting the early 19th-century American portraiture style that emphasized both individual character and social status.

"William James (1771-1832)" by Ezra Ames is a portrait that features the subject in a three-quarter pose, dressed in a dark coat with a white cravat, set against a muted background that emphasizes his dignified expression. The painting is characterized by Ames's meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of facial features and textures of the fabric, which exemplifies the neoclassical style prevalent in early 19th-century American portraiture.