Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers (1757-1835)
1900
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
1900
oil
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
This portrait shows a man with dark, curly hair and a serious expression. He is wearing a black coat over a white cravat and a blue waistcoat. The background of the painting is a muted brown color, which helps to focus attention on the subject's face and clothing. The overall effect is one of quiet dignity and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up Horace Vernet.