Portrait of a Man
1750
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Portrait of a Man is a 1750 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a pale face and dark hair. He’s wearing a dark, simple coat with a high collar, and his hands rest near his chest. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on him. The painting uses soft shading to show light on his face, making it look almost three-dimensional. This trick makes his features stand out against the dark background. Look up *chiaroscuro* to learn more about this lighting technique.
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