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Portrait of an Officer, by Ferdinand Bol, ink, 1645

Portrait of an Officer

Ferdinand Bol

1645

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

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Overview

Portrait of an Officer is a 1645 ink by Ferdinand Bol, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Ferdinand Bol
When & what style?
1645 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a man in a hat with a feather, wearing a dark jacket and a white collar. His curly hair is visible, and he appears to be looking to the left. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest a formal portrait. The use of etching as a medium adds a level of detail and texture to the image. This painting is an example of the Baroque movement, which was characterized by dramatic lighting and intense emotions.

About the artist

Portrait of Ferdinand Bol
Artist

Ferdinand Bol

Ferdinand Bol (24 June 1616 - 24 August 1680) was a Dutch painter, etcher and draftsman.

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