Francis Annesley
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This painting shows a serious-looking older man in a dark coat and white cravat. His white hair is neatly styled, and he’s resting his hand on a wooden chair arm. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on him. The artist used deep shadows to make the man’s face stand out sharply. This trick is called *chiaroscuro*—it’s all about strong light and dark contrasts. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro next to see more examples.
