Study of a Man in Turkish Dress
1854
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
1854
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
The painting depicts a man wearing a green robe and a white turban, with a long grey beard. He is shown from the chest up, facing slightly to the right. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to accentuate the subject's features. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest that it may be a study of a man in traditional Turkish dress. The artist's use of oil paint and the level of detail in the subject's clothing and facial features are also noteworthy. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Amalia Lindegren.
