Thomas MifflinJohn Trumbull · 1790
1790
9.0 x 7.0 cm
John Trumbull (1756 – 1843)
John Trumbull (1756-1843), 'Painter of the Revolution,' vividly documented America's fight for independence through iconic historical paintings like the Declaration of Independence. Explore his legacy!
One of the leading men in colonial Pennsylvania, Thomas Mifflin (1744–1800) later became governor of the state and a member of the legislature. During the Revolutionary War, he served with Trumbull as an aide-de-camp to General George Washington. Trumbull painted this miniature portrait at the same time as the nearly identical example in the collection of Yale University Art Gallery. Trumbull used the miniature portraits for depictions of Mifflin in two of his major history paintings, "The Death of General Mercer at the Battle of Princeton" and "The Resignation of General Washington" (both Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, Conn.).
About this artwork
- Title: Thomas Mifflin
- Artist: John Trumbull
- Year: 1790
- Original dimensions: 9.0 x 7.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Color hue: Green to Violet Spectrum
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
Questions & Answers
How big is the original "Thomas Mifflin"?
The recorded dimensions of "Thomas Mifflin" by John Trumbull are 9 x 7 cm. Reproductions can be ordered in other sizes while keeping the same proportions.
How light is "Thomas Mifflin" overall?
The perceived brightness of "Thomas Mifflin" by John Trumbull is brilliant. It can be matched to the light of the intended space.
Are the colors of "Thomas Mifflin" by John Trumbull saturated or muted?
"Thomas Mifflin" by John Trumbull is recorded with a muted saturation.