Portrait of Michel Le Blon
1639
oil
From the collection of Art Gallery of Ontario
1639
oil
From the collection of Art Gallery of Ontario
The painting depicts a man with curly brown hair and a beard, wearing a black jacket with a white lace collar. He is holding a black object in his right hand, possibly a hat or a book. The man's face is turned slightly to the left, and he is looking directly at the viewer. His expression is serious, but there is a hint of a smile in his eyes. The background of the painting is dark and muted, which helps to focus attention on the subject. This painting is reminiscent of the work of artist Anthony van Dyck.
