Portrait of a Gentleman 1777 - 1780

This miniature portrait of a gentleman, painted by Henry Benbridge in the late 18th century, is a fine example of the artist's work. The painting depicts a man with a serious expression, dressed in formal attire with a bright red collar. Benbridge was a prominent portraitist in colonial America, known for his meticulous detail and elegant style. The painting, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artist's skill in capturing likeness and conveying personality in a small format. Miniature portraiture, popular during this period, was often worn as jewelry and served as a personal memento of a loved one.