Mr. Pierce 1843

"Mr. Pierce" is a miniature portrait on ivory by American artist Augustus Fuller, painted in 1843. The work depicts a young man in formal attire, possibly a portrait of an individual named Pierce. Fuller, known for his fine miniature portraits, captures detail in the subject’s attire and expression. This small, intimate work is an example of the popular 19th-century portrait genre, which was often commissioned by families to commemorate loved ones. The painting, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, demonstrates Fuller's skill in capturing likeness and creating a sense of presence within a miniature format.