Boy with a Lace Collar (dummy board)

About this work

This painting shows a young boy dressed in 17th-century clothing. He wears a long coat with a lace collar, a large bow at his neck, and a belt around his waist. His curly hair falls to his shoulders, and he stands on a semicircular base. The boy's attire is detailed, with intricate lace and embroidery visible on his collar and cuffs. His shoes are black with a low heel, and he holds a long, thin object in his right hand. The background of the painting is a plain white. The boy's formal clothing and serious expression suggest that this is a portrait of a young noble or member of the upper class. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume and depth, look up the term on Gallery Tiles.