Q131585109
1835
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
1835
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
This painting depicts a man with a serious expression, dressed in a dark coat with a fur collar and a dark hat. He is shown from the chest up, with his right hand grasping the fur collar. The background is dark, which helps to focus attention on the subject. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest that it is a formal portrait. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume in the subject's face and clothing. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this portrait, you might want to look up Johann Caspar Weidenmann.
