Who painted Half-Length Portrait of an Old Man?

Half-Length Portrait of an Old Man was painted by Unknown in 1750.

Where can I see Half-Length Portrait of an Old Man?

Half-Length Portrait of an Old Man is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

Half-Length Portrait of an Old Man

Half-Length Portrait of an Old Man is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Half-Length Portrait of an Old Man is a portrait painting created around 1750. It is currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serious-looking older man with a mustache and graying hair, wearing a dark, armor-like collar and having his hair tied back with a ribbon. The stark black background emphasizes his facial features.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro, using contrasts of light and shadow to create a three-dimensional effect on the subject's face, particularly on the cheekbones and jawline, giving the skin a sculpted appearance.