Huilunsoittaja
Lorens Pasch vanhempi / den äldre / the Elder
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
Lorens Pasch vanhempi / den äldre / the Elder
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This painting shows a person with light hair tied back, wearing a loose white shirt with ruffled cuffs and a blue cravat. They hold a wooden flute-like instrument, resting it on their lap. The background is soft and blurry, with hints of green foliage and a few flowers. The person’s face is lit gently, with shadows under the chin and around the eyes. The brushstrokes on the clothing are smooth, but the face has a slight glow, like light hitting skin. Look up *chiaroscuro* next to see how this lighting effect works.
