Tuntematon neuvosherra

Lukas von Breda vanhempi / den äldre / the Elder

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Tuntematon neuvosherra is an unspecified by Lukas von Breda vanhempi / den äldre / the Elder, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?: Lukas von Breda vanhempi / den äldre / the Elder
Where can I see it?: Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a man with curly white hair tied back, wearing a red robe over a white shirt and a blue sash. His face is serious, with a neatly trimmed beard and mustache. The background is dark and blurry, keeping all focus on him. The painting looks old, with some paint flaking off, especially on the red robe. The man’s face is lit from the side, making his features stand out against the shadows. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Artist

Lukas von Breda vanhempi / den äldre / the Elder

This Swedish painter of the early 1700s specialized in dignified portraits, often showing officials and nobles in stiff ruffled collars and dark coats.

See the richer artist page