A man 1800 - 1850

This cameo, created by French artist Marie Honoré Renaud between 1800 and 1850, showcases a man's profile in a delicate white relief against a black background. The cameo is framed in silver and hung on a chain, typical of the 19th century trend of personal adornment. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, houses this intricate work of art that exemplifies the skill and artistry of miniature portraiture during the Neoclassical period.