Portrait of a Gentleman 1795 - 1805

"Portrait of a Gentleman" is a miniature portrait created by American artist Raphaelle Peale between 1795 and 1805. The work, currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Peale’s masterful use of watercolor and depicts an unidentified gentleman in a detailed, yet intimate manner, typical of the miniature painting style. The sitter is shown wearing fashionable clothing of the late 18th century, adding a historical context to the work.