John Dart 1769 - 1774

"John Dart" is a portrait painting of a young man, likely from a wealthy family, created by Jeremiah Theus between 1769 and 1774. The painting, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, captures the sitter in a three-quarter pose, wearing a lavish blue coat adorned with gold embellishments. The detail of the clothing and the sitter's pose suggest a portrait commission, emphasizing his social status and wealth. Theus's portrait style, typical of the 18th-century, focuses on realistic representation, capturing the individual's likeness with precise detail.