Levinus Clarkson 1845

"Levinus Clarkson" is a miniature portrait of an unknown man, created in 1845 by American artist Thomas Seir Cummings. The work, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, showcases Cummings' skill in capturing realistic detail and emotion through a small-scale, intimate composition. The sitter is depicted in a simple, yet refined, attire, drawing attention to his weathered face and piercing gaze. While the subject's identity remains a mystery, Cummings' meticulous brushwork and the overall portrayal of a stoic individual contribute to a sense of intrigue and historical significance within this miniature masterpiece.