Portrait of an Old Jew
1643
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1643
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This painting shows a bearded man with a long white beard and hair. He’s wearing a dark collar with a chain around his neck, and his hands are clasped in front of him. The dark background makes his face stand out, with warm tones on his skin and clothing. The man’s face looks weathered, with deep wrinkles and a serious expression. The way light hits his face creates strong shadows, giving it a dramatic feel. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works.
