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A Monk

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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A Monk is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1750
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious expression. His face is mostly in shadow, with light catching his eyes and the curve of his cheek. The background is plain and dark, making his features stand out. The photo looks old, with a slightly grainy texture. The lighting focuses on his face, almost like a spotlight. Next, check out *chiaroscuro* to see how artists used light and shadow like this.