1642
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
Dominant colour
Miehen muotokuva is a 1642 unspecified by Jacob Ferdinand Voet, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at Finnish National Gallery.
This painting shows a man with light hair tied back in a loose style. He wears a white cravat tied in a bow at his neck and a dark coat. The background is plain and dark, making his face stand out. The artist used shadows to give his face a three-dimensional look. Notice how the light hits his cheekbones and forehead, creating depth. Look up *chiaroscuro* to learn more about this technique.
Jacob Ferdinand Voet or Jakob Ferdinand Voet (c. 1639 – 26 September 1689) was a Flemish portrait painter. He had an international career that brought him to Italy and France, where he made portraits for an elite…
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