Famous 18th-Century Portrait Visits the U.S.

A monumental portrait of a young Polynesian man, known as 'Portrait of Mai', is visiting the United States for the first time. This artwork depicts the first Pacific Islander to visit Britain and tells a fascinating story about cultural exchange during the 1770s. It is considered a supreme work of art and is an important piece of history.

Based on reporting from Smithsonian Magazine. Read the original story →