Who painted Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man was painted by John Hoskins in 1625.

Where can I see Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Portrait of a Man

John Hoskins , 1625

Portrait of a Man is an unspecified portrait miniature by the Baroque artist John Hoskins. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1941.558
Credit line: The Edward B. Greene Collection

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a Man is a portrait miniature by John Hoskins, dating to circa 1625, now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, a man with long, wavy brown hair, is depicted in a neutral expression, maintaining direct, steady eye contact with the viewer, conveying an air of quiet dignity.

Technique & Style

Executed in an oval format, the painting features a solid blue background, a black shirt with an intricately detailed white lace collar, showcasing Hoskins' attention to detail in miniature portraiture.

History & Provenance

Created around 1625, the work's history prior to its acquisition by The Cleveland Museum of Art is not detailed here.

Context

Reflecting early 17th-century portrait conventions, the piece aligns with the period's emphasis on dignified, direct representations of sitters.

Legacy

As a work by John Hoskins, it contributes to the understanding of his oeuvre, though its broader impact or influence is not explicitly outlined in available information.