Q131585703
1896
unspecified
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
1896
unspecified
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
This painting depicts a man with short, dark hair and a mustache, wearing a dark jacket over a light-colored shirt. He is turned slightly to his right, gazing directly at the viewer. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest a formal portrait from the late 19th century. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the subject's face. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you might want to explore the use of chiaroscuro in portrait painting.
