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Young Man with a Flower, by Unknown, unspecified, 1596

Young Man with a Flower

Unknown

1596

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

Dominant colour

Overview

Young Man with a Flower is a 1596 unspecified by Unknown, a mannerism work, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1596 · mannerism
Where can I see it?
Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

The painting depicts a young man with a flower, seated on the ground with his legs crossed. He is dressed in a long-sleeved purple robe adorned with gold floral patterns, complemented by an orange vest and green sash. A white turban with a long feather crowns his head, while he holds a flower in his right hand. The background of the painting is a warm beige color, with intricate blue and gold borders surrounding the central image. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes a sense of elegance and refinement. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.

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