Mr. Motte c. 1760

"Mr. Motte" is an oil painting on canvas by American artist Jeremiah Theus, created around 1760. The portrait depicts a man in a brown coat over a blue waistcoat and white shirt with ruffles. The sitter's serious expression and the composition, where he is standing with his hand in his pocket, suggest a portrait of a man of status and importance. Theus, a skilled portraitist, was known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the likeness of his sitters. The portrait is a fine example of 18th-century American portraiture and provides valuable insights into the fashion and social customs of the period.