Helvétius
1793
paint
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1793
paint
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a round portrait of a man with pale skin and light eyes. He wears a blue coat with gold buttons and a white cravat tied loosely at his neck. The background is a plain brown oval, and the edges of the paper show some wear. The name "Helvétius" is written below the painting, but the man’s identity isn’t clear from the image alone. The style looks soft and slightly blurred, like it was done in a hurry. If you like this kind of portrait, check out chiaroscuro next.
