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Portrait of Robert Levrac-Tournières

Unknown

1708

unspecified

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Baroque Rococo painting 18th Century Portrait

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Portrait of Robert Levrac-Tournières is a 1708 unspecified by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1708 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a man in a dark red coat with gold trim. His face is serious, with short curly hair and a white cravat at his neck. The background is plain and dark, so the focus stays on him. The gold frame around it is fancy, with swirls and leaves carved into the edges. The man’s face is lit from one side, making his features stand out sharply. This kind of lighting was common in portraits to show off the sitter’s importance. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro next.