Portrait of a Man
1534
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From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1534
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From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a serious-looking man in a black robe with a white collar. His hands rest in his lap, one holding a small ring. The background is plain and dark, focusing all attention on him. The painting was made in 1534, and the artist used shading to give the face a three-dimensional look. Notice how the light and dark areas create depth—this was a common trick in Renaissance portraits. Look up *chiaroscuro* to learn more about this lighting technique.
