Silhouette of Giles H. Case, to left 1819 - 1829

"Silhouette of Giles H. Case, to left" is a silhouette portrait created by William Chamberlain in the early 19th century. The artwork is a simple yet striking representation of Giles H. Case, depicted in profile. The use of black paper against a light background highlights the subject's form and features, creating a stark contrast that emphasizes the subject's presence. This small-scale silhouette portrait is characteristic of the popular genre of silhouette art prevalent in the late 18th and 19th centuries. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York houses this artwork, demonstrating its historical and cultural significance.