Portrait of a man

Portrait of a man

Michael Sittow

1510

oil

From the collection of Mauritshuis

About this work

This portrait features a man with dark hair, dressed in a black hat and a red and black robe. He is shown from the chest up, with his hands clasped together in front of him. The man's face is serious, with a subtle, enigmatic expression. The background of the painting is a deep blue-green color, which provides a striking contrast to the subject's attire. The level of detail and realism in this portrait is noteworthy, making it a compelling piece to study. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the paintings of Michael Sittow.

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