Smithsonian American Art Museum
Portrait of a Gentleman
Unidentified · ca. 1840
In this miniature the unidentified gentleman’s firm jaw and self-assurance suggest a strong personality. The artist skillfully used light and shadow to create a calm effect that underscores the sitter’s composure.
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