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Portrait of a Noble Boy in Oriental Costume

Agostino Masucci

1750

oil

canvas

From the collection of Walters Art Museum

Rococo painting 18th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of a Noble Boy in Oriental Costume is a 1750 oil by Agostino Masucci, a Rococo painting work, held at Walters Art Museum.

Who painted this?: Agostino Masucci
When & what style?: 1750 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Walters Art Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a young boy dressed in ornate, oriental-style clothing, standing in front of a dark background. He holds a small branch with leaves and flowers in his right hand. The boy's attire is intricately detailed, featuring a patterned vest and loose-fitting pants. His left hand rests on a table beside him, which holds a wrapped object. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the boy's gentle expression and the serene surroundings creating a sense of calm. The artist's use of chiaroscuro adds depth and dimension to the scene, drawing the viewer's eye to the boy's face and hands. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up chiaroscuro.