Head of an Old Man
1650
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
Head of an Old Man is a 1650 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This is a black-and-white photo of an older man’s face. His eyes are closed, and he has a long beard and mustache. The background is plain and dark, focusing all attention on his wrinkled skin and relaxed expression. The photo looks like it was taken a long time ago, with a grainy, slightly faded quality. The lighting is soft, making the face stand out against the shadowy background. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create dramatic effects.
