Portrait of a Gentleman 1800

"Portrait of a Gentleman" is a miniature painting created in 1800 by Jeremiah Paul, an American artist known for his portraits. The small, intimate painting, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the artist's skill in capturing likeness and detail. The subject, a gentleman with a powdered wig and a formal black coat, is presented in a traditional style, highlighting the societal norms of the time. The painting exemplifies the miniature portrait genre, popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, favored for its personal and intimate nature.