Portrait of a Gentleman
Unidentified
ca. 1826
Medium
Painting-Miniature
Classification
Painting-Miniature
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Henry L. Milmore
Accession Number
1950.4.46
Tags
bust
About this artwork
The miniature of this gentleman is set in a frame, probably at the request of a patron who wished to display the portrait, rather than wear it close to the body. The thick frame focuses the viewerâs gaze on the sitterâs eyes, emphasizing his stern expression and exaggerated formality. His posture, clothing, and tense features suggest that he was concerned about his representation and status.
About the Artist
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