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Miehen muotokuva

Arvid Liljelund

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Portrait

Dominant colour

Miehen muotokuva is an unspecified by Arvid Liljelund, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?: Arvid Liljelund
Where can I see it?: Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a man with a serious expression, a full beard, and short hair. He’s wearing a dark coat with a white collar and a black bow tie. The background is plain and dark, focusing all attention on his face. The brushstrokes on his face are smooth, especially around the eyes and skin, giving it a soft look. The lighting is gentle, making his features stand out without harsh shadows. Look up *sfumato* next to see how artists use soft blending like this.