Portrait of Cornelia Van Horn Lansdale

The portrait titled "Portrait of Cornelia Van Horn Lansdale" exemplifies the characteristics of Neoclassicism, emphasizing clarity, elegance, and restraint. Cornelia Van Horn Lansdale is depicted with a composed demeanor, reflecting the dignity and poise typical of the period. The painting provides insight into the social status and significance of her family, notably Major Thomas Lancaster Lansdale, an American soldier and officer in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Through its refined style, the artwork captures both personal and national histories associated with the early United States.