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Προσωπογραφία αγνώστου άνδρα με δυτική ενδυμασία, by Thomas Phillips, unspecified, 1896

Προσωπογραφία αγνώστου άνδρα με δυτική ενδυμασία

Thomas Phillips

1896

unspecified

From the collection of Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece

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Overview

Προσωπογραφία αγνώστου άνδρα με δυτική ενδυμασία is a 1896 unspecified by Thomas Phillips, a Impressionism work, depicting Modern Period, held at Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece.

Who painted this?
Thomas Phillips
When & what style?
1896 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece

About this work

This painting shows a man in a dark coat and light collar, looking off to the side. His face is serious, with a mustache and curly hair. The background is dark and blurry, so the focus stays on him. The brushstrokes are loose, giving the painting a slightly rough look. This style was common in Impressionism and Realism, where artists focused on everyday life and natural light. Look up Realism next to see more paintings that show people just as they are.

About the artist

Portrait of Thomas Phillips
Artist

Thomas Phillips

Thomas Phillips (18 October 1770 – 20 April 1845) was an English painter who specialised in portrait painting. He painted many of the notable men of the day including scientists, artists, writers, poets and explorers.

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