"Nuoruudenystävän" muotokuva (Hjalmar Montell)
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This is a portrait of a young man with bright red hair, dressed in a dark, textured coat and a light shirt. His hands rest on a cane, and he looks directly at the viewer with a serious expression. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on him. The brushstrokes are thick, especially on his coat, giving it a rough, almost woven look. His face is lit softly, making his features stand out against the shadows. Next, look up *chiaroscuro* to see how this lighting trick works in other paintings.
