Portrait of a Man 1690

This miniature portrait, "Portrait of a Man," created in 1690 by English artist Robert White, shows a man with a powdered wig and a lace cravat. It is a fine example of the miniaturist art popular in the late 17th century. The oval format of the portrait, measuring just over 4 inches, suggests its function as a personal keepsake. The delicate detail and intricate rendering of the sitter's features showcase White's mastery of this art form. "Portrait of a Man" is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.