A Man with the Initials RH 1775 - 1785

This miniature portrait, created between 1775 and 1785 by an unknown artist, depicts a man with the initials "RH". The artwork, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases the sitter's refined features and fashionable attire, suggesting an individual of status during the late 18th century. The miniature's small size and meticulous detail, characteristic of the era's portraiture, make it a captivating example of the art of miniature painting. The subject's identity, sadly, remains a mystery, adding an intriguing layer to this captivating piece of American art history.