Male Head
1650
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
Male Head is a 1650 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This black-and-white image shows a close-up of a man’s face and shoulders. The lighting is soft, with shadows blending into the skin and beard. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on the face. The brushstrokes are thick and textured, almost like the photo was painted with heavy strokes. This gives the image a rough, handmade feel. Look up impasto next to see how this technique works.
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