Pedro Romero
1798
oil
From the collection of Kimbell Art Museum
1798
oil
From the collection of Kimbell Art Museum
This painting shows a man sitting, looking at the viewer. He wears a black jacket with a white shirt and a red vest underneath. His right arm rests on a brown cloth, and his left arm is covered by a brown cape. The man's face is serious, and his dark hair is pulled back. The background of the painting is dark, which helps the man stand out. The artist used a lot of shadows and light to make the man look very realistic. If you like this painting, you might also want to learn more about the artist, Francisco Goya.