Anders de Bruce (1723-1787)
From the collection of Helsinki City Museum
From the collection of Helsinki City Museum
This is a portrait of a man with white hair and sideburns. He’s wearing a black coat with red sleeves and a white cravat. A gold chain with a medal hangs around his neck. The frame is round with a fancy gold design on top. The medal looks like it might be for military or government service. The painting is drawn neatly, with careful attention to the folds in his clothes. Next, check out the technique: stippling to see how artists create shading with dots.
