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Portrait of a Man

Unknown

1750

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of a Man is a 1750 unspecified 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 painting shows a man in a dark, simple background. He’s wearing a black outfit with a high collar and a fancy cuff. His hair is long and curly, and he’s holding what looks like a piece of armor or a glove. The lighting makes his face stand out against the shadows. The dark background and strong light on his face create a dramatic effect. It looks like the artist used shading to make certain parts pop. Check out chiaroscuro to learn about this lighting technique.