Portrait of Power: Frank Underwood Joins History

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Jonathan Yeo's powerful portrait of Kevin Spacey as Frank Underwood masterfully blurs the lines between actor, character, and the presidency, showcasing television's revolutionary role in shaping modern narratives.

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A fictional president finds his place among historical leaders

The Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery now displays an image of power from popular culture

Artist Jonathan Yeo captures Kevin Spacey's transformative performance as Frank Underwood

This portrait blurs the lines between actor, character, and the presidency itself

The unveiling ceremony mirrored a real presidential event

Spacey attended in character, addressing an audience that included White House press

The collaboration reflects television's evolving role in shaping modern narratives

Netflix's release model for "House of Cards" changed viewer habits fundamentally

Binge-watching has shifted control to the audience

The series itself revolutionized television storytelling

Yeo is known for portraits of influential global figures

His previous subjects range from prime ministers to activists

This work continues his exploration of performance and identity

Spacey's award-winning portrayal has become a cultural phenomenon

His work as an actor and producer resonates with contemporary politics

The portrait shows Underwood seated at the Oval Office desk

This setting intentionally references the gallery's collection of presidential images

It invites viewers to consider fiction's place in documenting American story

Gallery director Kim Sajet noted the portrait's reflection of changing media consumption

Art can immortalize characters that capture the public imagination

Following the unveiling, guests previewed the show's new season

The upcoming episodes promise further political and personal intrigue

Netflix's Ted Sarandos celebrated this unique cultural moment

A television character is honored alongside statesmen

The portrait will be on public view for several months

This installation acknowledges the power of narrative in defining an era

The National Portrait Gallery chronicles America through the faces that shaped it

This addition proves that influence comes from many spheres, including entertainment

Yeo's work challenges traditional portraiture by depicting a performed identity

It highlights the interplay between an actor's craft and a painter's vision

The event celebrated a convergence of art, television, and historical preservation

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