Josiah Stoddard Johnston

circa 1825

The Honorable Josiah Stoddard Johnston (1784-1833), was born in Salisbury, Connecticut and died 19 May 1833 when he was killed by the explosion of Steamboat Lioness on Red River. Johnston was a graduate of Transylvania University in 1805, a member of Congress from Louisiana 1821-23, and a Senator 1824-33. He was a friend of Henry Clay.

oil paint on panel

17 1/2 x 13 7/8 in. (44.5 x 34.2 cm)

Gift of the Artist

PA.059