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William Dunlap Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by William Dunlap our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide William Dunlap · 1766 – 1839

The Dunlap Family, 1788, William Dunlap

1788 · New York Historical Society, New York City

Admire 'The Dunlap Family' by William Dunlap – a captivating portrait capturing the elegance of colonial America. Explore this masterpiece and delve into the life & legacy of a pivotal American artist.

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Art Movement: Romanticism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Elizabeth Linn Brown (1806) by William Dunlap

1806 · National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C.

This Neoclassical portrait miniature by William Dunlap captures a woman's quiet elegance. Discover this intimate masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Neoclassicism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Commodore Isaac Hull

Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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William Dunlap: Joel Barlow

1806 · National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C.

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Anna Hart, Mrs. Isaac Hull by William Dunlap

Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Major David Van Horne, 1790, William Dunlap

1790 · Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Hetty Sayre (Mrs. Moses Judah), William Dunlap

1818 · Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati · original 128.8 x 108.5cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Moses Judah by William Dunlap, 1818

1818 · Cincinnati Art Museum, Cincinnati · original 127.3 x 106.1cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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William Coleman (1766-1829) by William Dunlap, 1810

1810 · New York Historical Society, New York City

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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William Townsend McCoun (1786–1878)

1833 · New York Historical Society, New York City

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Elizabeth Chandler Putnam by William Dunlap, 1826

1826 · Finnish National Gallery, Helsinki · original 8 x 6 cm

Elegant miniature portrait by William Dunlap of Elizabeth Chandler Putnam (ca. 1826). Rococo/Neoclassical style, exquisite watercolor detail & historical charm. #art #miniature #portrait

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Art Movement: Rococo/Neoclassical

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Portrait of Mrs. DeMotte

Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art, Providence · original 6.0 x 5.1cm

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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George Spalding (1829)

1829

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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American Landscape Trunk Series – William Dunlap

1981 · original 102 x 76 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Charles Brockden Brown, William Dunlap

1806 · National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C.

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Christ Rejected (1822) by William Dunlap

1822 · original 71.2 x 91.2cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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William Dunlap self-portrait by William Dunlap, 1805

1805 · National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C.

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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William Dunlap: William Sidney McCoun (1813-1873)

1832 · New York Historical Society, New York City

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Frances Meadowcroft Hodgkinson (Mrs. Asa Worthington II) (1813) by William Dunlap

1813 · New York Historical Society, New York City · original 88.9 x 76.8cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Mrs. John Adams Conant (1829)

1829 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 77 x 64 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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John Adams Conant, William Dunlap

1829 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 77 x 64 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Samuel Griffin (1809) by William Dunlap

1809 · National Gallery of Art, Washington · original 84 x 71 cm

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Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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William Dunlap: Self portrait

1825 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 8 x 5 cm

Exquisite miniature portrait by William Dunlap (1825). Watercolor & ink on ivory, showcasing refined elegance & historical detail. A unique piece of American art.

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Art Movement: Neoclassicism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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William Dunlap: American Landscape: Trunk Series

1981 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

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Color Palette: Pastels

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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Ann Brunton, the actress (Mrs. Rob Merry), William Dunlap

1795 · Walters Art Museum, Baltimore · original 6.99 x 5.72cm

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Color Palette: Neutrals

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Popularity: No. 25 of 26 artworks by William Dunlap
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The artist

William Dunlap

1766 – 1839

Quick facts

Born1766, Perth Amboy, United States
Died1839
Museums on APSDetroit Institute of Arts, Walters Art Museum, Cincinnati Art Museum, Dallas Museum of Art, Finnish National Gallery
Topics exploredamerican art
Color intensitymonochromatic
Copyright statusPublic domain
NationalityUnited States
Typical colorsespresso

Biography

William Dunlap: A Pioneer of American Theater and Art

Early Life and Education

Born: February 19, 1766, in Perth Amboy, New Jersey.
Dunlap was the son of an army officer wounded at the Battle of Quebec in 1759.
He demonstrated artistic talent early on, producing a portrait of George Washington in 1783 while staying at Rockingham in Rocky Hill.
He later pursued formal art training under Benjamin West in London and briefly with Abraham Delanoy in New York.

A Career in the Theater

Upon returning to America in 1787, Dunlap dedicated himself almost entirely to the theater for eighteen years.
He became a pivotal figure in the burgeoning American theatrical scene, managing two of New York City’s most prominent theaters: the John Street Theatre (1796–98) and the Park Theatre (1798–1805).
Dunlap was not only a manager but also a prolific playwright, producing over sixty plays, many adaptations or translations from French and German works.
Notable Plays: The Father (1789), André (1798), The Virgin of the Sun (1800).

Return to Painting and Artistic Development

Economic necessity prompted Dunlap to resume painting in 1805, eventually becoming a full-time painter by 1817.
His artistic style encompassed portraiture and landscape painting, often reflecting the elegance of Rococo and Neoclassical influences.
He focused on capturing the likenesses of prominent individuals and scenes of American life during the Federal period.

Major Achievements and Historical Significance

Historical Record: Dunlap’s most significant contribution lies in his three-volume History of the Rise and Progress of the Arts of Design in the United States (1834).
This work remains an invaluable resource for understanding the development of art, collecting practices, and artistic life in colonial and Federal America.
Founding Member: In 1825, he was one of the founders of the National Academy of Design and served as an instructor at its school.
Dunlap’s multifaceted career—as a theater manager, playwright, and artist—demonstrates his broad cultural impact on early America.

Legacy

William Dunlap's work provides crucial insights into the artistic and theatrical landscape of the late 18th and early 19th centuries in the United States.
His historical writings continue to be essential for scholars researching American art history.
He is remembered as a true Renaissance man, contributing significantly to multiple facets of American cultural life.

Questions & Answers

Is there a chronological account of William Dunlap?

The Chronicle of William Dunlap is a scroll-driven timeline that presents the artist's works in chronological order, grouped into career-period chapters.

How do I find works by William Dunlap on a specific theme?

To find works by William Dunlap on a specific theme, use the artist's By Keywords page, which groups the artworks by keyword.

What other names is William Dunlap known by?

William Dunlap appears under the alternate names ويليام دونلاب.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 3, 2026

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