Anthony Butler 1782

"Anthony Butler" is a miniature portrait painted in 1782 by American artist Charles Willson Peale. The portrait, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts Butler, a young man, in a three-quarter view with a subdued expression. Peale was known for his portraiture and was a significant figure in early American art. The miniature format, popular in the 18th century, was ideal for personal keepsakes and intimate portrayals.