Q131586318
1788
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
1788
oil
From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich
This portrait painting depicts a man in a vibrant red coat with gold embroidery, adorned with buttons down the front. The coat is open, revealing a white lace cravat and a high collar. The man's hair is styled in an updo, and he wears a black jacket under his arm. The background of the painting is a dark, muted color, which contrasts with the bright red of the coat. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about this style of portrait painting, you might want to look up the artist Johann Melchior Wyrsch.
