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Portrait of a man in military costume, by Rembrandt, oil, 1650

Portrait of a man in military costume

Rembrandt

1650

oil

panel

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of a man in military costume is a 1650 oil by Rembrandt, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Rembrandt
When & what style?
1650
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man dressed in military attire, standing in front of a dark background. He wears a red robe over a black leather vest, and a feathered hat adorns his head. A sword hangs at his side. The man's face is serious, with a hint of a smile. His eyes seem to gaze into the distance, as if lost in thought. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's face. The painting invites us to explore the world of Rembrandt, a master of light and shadow.

About the artist

Portrait of Rembrandt
Artist

Rembrandt

Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669), known mononymously as Rembrandt, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, printmaker, and draughtsman.

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