Portret de bărbat

Portret de bărbat

David II Teniers

1653

unspecified

From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum

About this work

This painting shows an older man with a white beard and mustache. He’s wearing a dark robe with a white collar and cuffs, holding a small object in his right hand. The background is plain and dark, putting all focus on him. The artist used shadows and light to make his face stand out sharply. His expression is serious but not stern—just thoughtful. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro next.

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