1863
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
An astronomer is a 1863 oil by Jusepe de Ribera, held at National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
The painting depicts a man holding a large piece of paper, possibly a chart or diagram, in his left hand. He is dressed in a white robe with a brown sash and appears to be looking at the paper with interest. The background of the painting is dark, which contrasts with the light-colored clothing and paper. The man's facial expression suggests that he is deep in thought, and the paper he is holding may be a key to understanding the subject of the painting. The overall mood of the painting is one of contemplation and study. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Jusepe de Ribera, who was known for his use of chiaroscuro and impasto techniques.
Jusepe de Ribera (Valencian: ; baptised 17 February 1591 – 3 November 1652) was a Spanish painter and printmaker.
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