Q138666260
1750
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
1750
oil
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
This portrait shows a man sitting in a chair, holding a book in his right hand. He is dressed in a red coat with gold buttons and a gold waistcoat with floral patterns. The background of the painting is dark, which contrasts with the man's brightly colored clothing. The man's face is serious, and he looks directly at the viewer. His white wig is styled in a neat, curly fashion. The overall atmosphere of the painting is formal and dignified. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the work of artist Per Eberhard Cogell.