Matthijs (or Matthew) Maris (1839 - 1917)
1896
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
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John Macallan Swan
John Macallan Swan (1847–1910) was an artist, born in Brentford.
See the richer artist page1896
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
Dominant colour
Matthijs (or Matthew) Maris (1839 - 1917) is a 1896 oil by John Macallan Swan, a Post-Impressionism work, held at National Galleries Scotland.
The painting depicts a man with a beard and mustache, wearing a dark jacket over a white collared shirt. His hair is brown, and he has a serious expression on his face. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to accentuate the subject's features. The man's attire suggests that he may be a professional or someone of importance, given the formal nature of his clothing. The artist's use of dark colors in the background creates a sense of depth and contrast, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject. To learn more about the artist who created this portrait, explore the works of John Macallan Swan.
John Macallan Swan (1847–1910) was an artist, born in Brentford.
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