Francois-Joseph Bourgoin (active 1762-1817)

Depicting a stylish interior, this work may portray the family of John Robert and Eliza Livingston. Livingston's brother was Chancellor Robert Livingston who served as the American minster to France from 1801-1804. As noted by Peter Kenny, this scene illustrates the mix of French and English styles that were popular with wealthy New Yorkers of the time.