Portrait of Sheikh Saïd Hamdane
1939
oil
From the collection of Sursock Museum
1939
oil
From the collection of Sursock Museum
This painting depicts a man with a white turban and a long white beard, wearing a black robe. The man's face is the central focus of the image, with his eyes looking directly at the viewer. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume in the painting, with the light source coming from the left side of the image. This creates a strong contrast between the light and dark areas of the painting, drawing the viewer's attention to the man's face. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Moustafa Farroukh.
