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Portrait of a Young Man (Portrait of a Prince?)

Unknown

1813

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of a Young Man (Portrait of a Prince?) is a 1813 oil by Unknown, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1813
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Kraków

About this work

The painting depicts a young man with curly brown hair, dressed in a black jacket with a white lace collar and a light blue sash. He wears a red cloak over his left shoulder, with a brown belt around his waist. The background is dark, with the subject's face and clothing illuminated. The young man's attire suggests a sense of nobility or royalty, with the red cloak and lace collar indicating a high social status. The dark background and use of chiaroscuro create a sense of drama and depth in the painting. This painting is reminiscent of the works of artists who use chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and drama in their portraits.