Captain Christopher Marshall

Captain Christopher Marshall

Unidentified Artist Boston, Massachusetts circa 1790
Oil on canvas
76.80.2
Gift of Mrs. Franklin E. Campbell

Captain Christopher Marshall choose to portray himself in his 10th Massachusetts Regiment uniform, not in civilian attire. The younger Marshall’s calm, while dark clouds loom behind him, suggests his ability to overcome situations outside of his control. Additionally, his rank of captain is centrally displayed to an audience who would have been familiar with his service during the American Revolution.