Portrait of Etienne Perlet, 1804 - 1843
1839
oil
From the collection of Scottish National Gallery
1839
oil
From the collection of Scottish National Gallery
Dominant colour
Portrait of Etienne Perlet, 1804 - 1843 is a 1839 oil by Jean-Baptiste Mauzaisse, held at Scottish National Gallery.
The painting is a portrait of a man with curly white hair, wearing a white shirt and a gray coat. He is seated in a chair, facing the viewer. The man's expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimension in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you can look up chiaroscuro.
