Portrait of a Man 1820 - 1830

This miniature portrait of an unknown man, painted by Samuel John Stump between 1820-1830, is a fine example of American portraiture in the early 19th century. The sitter is depicted in a simple, yet elegant, outfit, with a white cravat and dark coat. The detail of the subject's face, captured in this small oval format, suggests the skill of the artist in rendering lifelike features. The miniature is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.