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Portrait of a Man

Unknown

1450

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of a Man is a 1450 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1450
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a man wearing a dark, wide-brimmed hat and a fur-lined garment over a white collar. His expression is serious, with a slight frown and steady gaze. The background is plain and dark, focusing all attention on his face and upper body. Notice how the lighting creates sharp contrasts between light and shadow, especially on his face and collar. This makes his features stand out clearly. This technique is called *chiaroscuro*—look it up to see how artists use light and dark to add depth.