Allan Melville 1810

"Allan Melville" is a watercolor portrait of a man, by English artist John Rubens Smith, painted in 1810. The portrait is an example of the popular style of portraiture of the late 18th and early 19th century. The sitter is depicted in a casual pose, seated in a chair, with his hand resting on the armrest. This piece is currently located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Smith's use of delicate brushwork and soft colors creates a sense of intimacy. The portrait likely depicts Allan Melville, but further research is required to confirm the sitter's identity.