Artwork
Portrait d'un jeune homme en demi-buste
Portrait d'un jeune homme en demi-buste is an unspecified painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Corneille de Lyon. It dates from 1532 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
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Overview
Portrait d'un jeune homme en demi-buste is a 1532 painting by Corneille de Lyon, held at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young man with pale skin and dark hair, wearing a dark brown jacket over a white collar, set against a simple dark green background. His steady gaze engages the viewer.
Technique & Style
Visible brushstrokes, particularly on the subject's face and clothing, contribute to the portrait's textured appearance. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and shadow, creates a sense of depth and three-dimensionality.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Corneille de Lyon was a Dutch painter of portraits who was active in Lyon, France, from 1533 until his death. In France and the Netherlands he is also still known as Corneille de La Haye after his birthplace, The Hague.
