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Portrait of a Man, by Unknown, unspecified, 1550

Portrait of a Man

Unknown

1550

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of a Man is a 1550 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1550
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white portrait shows a man with a serious expression. He’s wearing a dark hat pulled low over his forehead and a high-collared coat. His beard is thick, and his gaze is steady, almost direct. The painting looks old, with some wear and fading around the edges. The lighting is simple, focusing on his face while the background stays plain and dark. If you like this style, check out chiaroscuro next.

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