Portret van een man 1737

This miniature portrait, painted in 1737 by John (I) Graham, is a delicate example of portraiture in the 18th century. The sitter, a man with a powdered wig, is depicted in a simple but refined manner, consistent with the prevailing fashion of the time. Graham, a Scottish artist known for his miniatures, used subtle brushstrokes and meticulous detail to capture the subject's likeness. The oval format and small scale of the piece suggest it was likely intended for personal use, perhaps as a locket or keepsake.