Portræt af en kunstner
1785
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1785
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This black-and-white portrait shows a man with pale skin and light hair, dressed in a loose, high-collared shirt with ruffled cuffs. His hands rest on his lap, fingers slightly spread, and his gaze is steady but serious. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on his face and clothing. The painting’s soft shading on his face and sleeves suggests the artist used subtle lighting to model his form. This style was common in 18th-century portraits to create depth. Look up chiaroscuro to see how this technique works in other famous portraits.
