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Portrait of a Standing Man with Gloves, by Jan Hals, oil, 1648

Portrait of a Standing Man with Gloves

Jan Hals

1648

oil

canvas

From the collection of Art Gallery of Ontario

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of a Standing Man with Gloves is a 1648 oil by Jan Hals, a Dutch Golden Age work, depicting Man, held at Art Gallery of Ontario.

Who painted this?
Jan Hals
When & what style?
1648 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Art Gallery of Ontario

About this work

This portrait shows a man standing with his arms crossed, wearing a dark outfit and a white collar. He has a hat on his head and is holding gloves in his right hand. The background of the painting is dark, which makes the man stand out. The man's face is serious, and he looks directly at the viewer. His clothing and hat suggest that he is a gentleman of some importance. The painting is done in oil paint, which gives it a rich and detailed look. The artist who painted this portrait is Jan Hals.

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