Thomas Addis Emmet 

This portrait, "Thomas Addis Emmet," is the work of Samuel F.B. Morse, the renowned American artist and inventor of the telegraph. Painted in a traditional style, it depicts Emmet, an Irish lawyer and politician, in a formal pose, dressed in dark clothing against a muted background. The painting emphasizes Emmet's distinguished features, capturing his intelligence and gravitas. This work reflects Morse's early career as a portrait painter before his groundbreaking contributions to communication technology.