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
- Inventory number: 68.222.15
- Main color: White
- Perceived brightness: brilliant
Questions & Answers
What is the dominant hue of "Thomas Mifflin" by John Trumbull?
"Thomas Mifflin" leans toward a green to violet spectrum tone.
What color harmony does "Thomas Mifflin" by John Trumbull display?
"Thomas Mifflin" by John Trumbull displays a unified palette color harmony.
How much light do the colors of "Thomas Mifflin" appear to reflect?
The luminance recorded for "Thomas Mifflin" by John Trumbull is luminous.