Huldrych Zwingli (1484 - 1531)
1550
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1550
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
This portrait depicts a man in profile, facing left. He wears a dark robe and hat, holding an open red book in his hands. The text on the book is not legible. The background of the painting is dark, with some faint, illegible text visible behind the man's head. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal or professional setting, possibly from the 16th century. The book he holds may indicate his occupation or interests. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face and hands. To learn more about this technique, explore the topic of chiaroscuro.
