A portrait of United States President Donald Trump will be removed from the Colorado state Capitol following his criticism that it appeared “purposefully distorted.” The decision to take down the artwork was confirmed on Monday by House Democrats, who stated that the removal came at the request of Republican leaders.

Trump expressed his displeasure with the painting, saying he would rather have no portrait at all than the one currently displayed. He contrasted it with a nearby portrait of former President Barack Obama, which he described as “wonderful.”

The artwork, created by artist Sarah Boardman, was originally unveiled in 2019. The portrait’s commissioning was supported by Colorado Republicans, who raised more than $10,000 to fund its creation and installation in the Capitol building.

The portrait has been a point of contention due to its style and Trump’s public reaction. His comments led Republican lawmakers to request its removal, which was agreed upon by Democratic legislators overseeing the Capitol’s artwork displays.

While no immediate plans for a replacement have been announced, the removal highlights the continued intersection of politics and public art, especially involving high-profile figures and state landmarks. The Capitol has long displayed portraits of past and current presidents as part of its historical exhibits.

The decision comes at a time when debates over political representation and visual depictions in government spaces remain active across the United States. As the portrait comes down, discussions are expected to continue over what, if anything, will replace it in the statehouse.