Colonel Woodford 1788

This miniature portrait, “Colonel Woodford” by George Engleheart, dates back to 1788. It showcases the skill of Engleheart, a prolific miniaturist of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The work, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the popular genre of portrait miniatures during this era, often commissioned by individuals as keepsakes or mementos. The precise details and delicate brushstrokes capture the sitter's likeness in a small, intimate format.