Portrait of the Artist's Father 

This miniature portrait, "Portrait of the Artist's Father," is a work by German artist Friedrich Wilhelm Moritz. Painted in an oval frame against a muted background, it depicts a man in a dark coat and white cravat, with a gentle expression and curly hair. The artist uses delicate brushstrokes and a limited palette to create a sense of intimacy and realism. This work, like many of Moritz's portraits, reflects the conventions of the Neoclassical style, which favored simple forms, restrained color, and a focus on classical ideals of beauty.