Portrait of a Man, called Sir Peter Halkett, 2nd Bart of Pitfirrane (died 1755)
1735
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1735
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
The painting features a man with long, curly white hair, wearing a red coat with gold trim and a white cravat. The background is dark, with a lighter area behind the man's head. The man's coat is adorned with gold buttons and tassels, and he wears a white shirt underneath. His hair is styled in loose curls, framing his face. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Hans Hysing, a Swedish-born artist known for his portraits of European nobility.
