Explore Matthew Harris Jouett’s ‘John Grimes,’ a haunting Neoclassical portrait brimming with rich texture & dramatic lighting. A captivating glimpse into 1800s Kentucky art.

Admire "Peter Grayson" by Matthew Harris Jouett (1827), a poignant portrait of an early American figure. Explore this unfinished oil painting's historical significance & artistic style.

Matthew Harris Jouett (1788-1827) was a prominent American portrait painter known for his realistic depictions of Kentucky's early leaders & War of 1812 figures. Explore his paintings and legacy.

This first edition of our Jouett catalogue lists all portraits and miniatures which we have reason to believe were painted by Matthew Harris Jouett. The name Jouett is synonymous with the American landscape painting.