Q131585076
1790
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
1790
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
Dominant colour
Q131585076 is a 1790 oil by Franz Peter Kymli, a Rococo painting work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.
This painting shows a man in an ornate outfit. He has light hair and wears a jacket with intricate patterns and buttons, paired with a white shirt and a dark sash around his neck. The background is dark, which makes the man stand out. The man's clothing and the style of the painting suggest it was made in the 18th century. The level of detail in his outfit and the way he is portrayed indicate that this might be a portrait of someone important. If you're interested in learning more about how artists used light and shadow to create depth in their paintings, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
