Henry Peters Gray 1842

This miniature portrait, painted in 1842 by Henry Colton Shumway, depicts Henry Peters Gray, a prominent American portrait painter. The work, painted in watercolor on ivory, showcases Shumway's talent for capturing subtle details and expressions. The subject, Gray, is presented in a formal pose, his gaze directed towards the viewer, hinting at a sense of confidence and sophistication. This miniature, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Shumway's mastery of portraiture and his contribution to the art of the miniature.