Artist Peckham, Lewis
Creation date about 1810-1820
Materials watercolor on ivory
Dimensions 1 3/4 x 1 in.
Credit line Gift of Miss Mary Peckham and her sister
Accession number 47.169

Gallery Label

James Peale's likeness of Revolutionary War officer Thomas Humphrey Cushing is typical of his best technique. Peale passed his skills on to his daughter Anna whose portrait is similar to her father's natural flesh tones and firm drawing style.

Miniature portraits have been used as mementos since ancient times.