1803
paint
canvas
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
Dominant colour
Portrait of a Monk is a 1803 paint by Francisco Goya, held at Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
The painting shows a man dressed in a monk's robe, with his right arm resting on a table. He has dark hair and is looking directly at the viewer. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the monk's features. The monk's robe is a simple, yet elegant, design. The folds of the fabric are visible, giving the impression of texture and depth. The monk's face is serious, with a hint of kindness in his eyes. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of drama and tension in the painting. This technique, which uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and emotion to the image.
Francisco José de Goya y Lucientes (; Spanish: ; 30 March 1746 – 16 April 1828) was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker.
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