Kauppaneuvos Johan Sederholm (1722-1805)
From the collection of Helsinki City Museum
From the collection of Helsinki City Museum
This is a portrait of an older man with a serious expression. He’s wearing a dark coat, a white cravat, and a green sash with gold decorations and medals. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on his face. The medals suggest he held a high position, likely in business or government. The artist used careful brushwork to show his wrinkles and the texture of his clothes. Look up Thelning, Emanuel to see more of his work.
