Mr. Cook 1810

"Mr. Cook" is a miniature portrait on ivory by American artist John Wesley Jarvis, dating back to 1810. The artwork features a close-up portrait of a man in a dark coat and a white cravat, rendered in delicate detail. It is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City. Miniature portraiture was a popular art form in the 19th century, offering a personal and intimate view of its subjects.