Portetul lui Alexandru Villara

About this work

This painting shows a man with a white beard and a tall black hat. He’s wearing a green robe over a fur-lined collar, and his hands hold a rolled-up paper or scroll. The background is a simple oval shape with a faded sky and a partial view of a building or wall. The man’s face is lit from the side, making one cheek and his hat stand out. The colors are muted, but the contrast between light and dark helps his features pop. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works in other art.