Boy Jensen, skibsbygger i Danzig, kunstnerens søn

1850

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Boy Jensen, skibsbygger i Danzig, kunstnerens søn is a 1850 by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1850 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white portrait shows a man in a formal suit with a high collar and cravat. His hair is neatly combed back, and he’s looking straight ahead with a serious expression. The background is plain, keeping all focus on his face and clothing. The painting is actually a photograph, not a painting—it looks like an early portrait from the 1800s. The lighting is simple but highlights the textures of his suit and hair. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create depth in portraits.