Gustavus Adolphus Rollins 1832 - 1835

This miniature portrait, painted by American artist Thomas Seir Cummings between 1832 and 1835, depicts Gustavus Adolphus Rollins. Cummings, known for his portraits of prominent figures, captured Rollins in a formal, yet intimate setting, emphasizing his refined appearance with a crisp white shirt and dark bow tie. The miniature, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Cummings's skillful rendering of detail, particularly evident in the subject's spectacles and the subtle textures of the clothing. The portrait's size and focus on the sitter's countenance underscore the personal nature of the artwork, likely commissioned as a memento for Rollins or his family.