Artwork
Man with a Pipe
Man with a Pipe is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Man with a Pipe is a photographic work created circa 1750 by 1621_person, now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The image portrays a man dressed in a dark robe and a tasselled headband, smoking a pipe. His left hand holds an indistinct object, adding ambiguity to the scene's interpretation.
Technique & Style
The black-and-white photograph exhibits a worn, cracked surface, indicative of its age. The style is characteristic of early photography, with a focus on capturing a serene, everyday moment.
History & Provenance
While the exact creation date is unknown, the photograph's condition suggests it is quite old. It is currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography as part of its holdings.
Artist & collection
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