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Portræt af Knipperdolling

Unknown

1750

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Charles V

Dominant colour

Portræt af Knipperdolling is a 1750 by Unknown, depicting Charles V, 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 portrait shows a man with a thick beard and mustache. He’s wearing a dark, high-collared coat with a chain around his neck. One hand rests on a ledge, holding a folded cloth or glove. The background is plain and dark, focusing all attention on his face and outfit. The chain around his neck suggests he might hold a high rank. The photo’s style looks old, with soft shadows and a slightly faded feel. Check out chiaroscuro for how light and dark create drama in portraits.