Artwork

Portrait of a Man

Portrait of a Man, by Anthonie van Ravesteyn, unspecified, 1627
Portrait of a Man, by Anthonie van Ravesteyn, unspecified, 1627

Portrait of a Man is an unspecified painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Anthonie van Ravesteyn. It dates from 1627 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a Man is a 1627 painting by Anthonie van Ravesteyn, held at the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a man in a floral-patterned jacket with a large white collar, set against a dark background that accentuates his pale face.

Technique & Style

The man's jacket features vertical stripes and flowers, while his frilly collar adds texture to the portrait. The solid-colored background allows the subject to stand out.

Artist & collection