Man with a tankard
1739
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1739
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting shows a man sitting at a table, holding a large metal tankard in his right hand. He is wearing a brown jacket and a green scarf around his neck. The man is looking to his left, and his face is partially shaded. On the table in front of him is a small bowl with food in it. The man's expression is neutral, and he appears to be lost in thought. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to focus attention on the man and the objects on the table. The artist of this painting is Frans van Mieris the Younger.
