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Mandsportræt

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Mandsportræt 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 black-and-white photo shows a man with a serious expression. He has a full white beard and curly hair under a tall, wide-brimmed hat. His collar is stiff, and the fabric looks old and textured. The lighting is dramatic, with shadows darkening his face while a sliver of light hits his cheek. The photo feels like it was taken a long time ago. Check out *chiaroscuro* to see how artists use light and shadow like this.