Framed George Washington 'Athenaeum' Portrait Mezzotint or Engraving

This item is a framed monochrome portrait of George Washington, based on the iconic 1796 'Athenaeum' painting by Gilbert Stuart. The artwork features Washington in a central oval composition against a dark, tonal background. The subject is depicted in a three-quarter view, facing slightly left, with his characteristic powdered hair, white cravat, and dark velvet coat. A notable distinguishing element is the presence of a 'remarque'—a small, secondary sketch—located in the bottom right corner of the paper margin, which suggests this may be a limited edition print or a high-quality artist's proof. The print is housed in a contemporary silver-toned double-molded frame with a cream-colored mat. Based on the paper texture and the style of the remarque, this print likely dates to the late 19th or early 20th century, though it emulates the Neoclassical style of the original 18th-century masterpiece. The condition appears fair to good; there is visible undulation or 'cockling' of the paper beneath the mat, particularly on the right side, indicating exposure to humidity or a lack of archival mounting. There are also faint shadows and what appears to be a reflection of the room on the glass, though no significant foxing or staining is immediately apparent on the print itself. The craftsmanship is evident in the fine stipple or mezzotint-like gradations used to capture the subtle lighting on Washington's face.