Artwork

Portrait of a man in a coat with a fur collar

Portrait of a man in a coat with a fur collar, by Daniel Gevril, oil, 1849
Portrait of a man in a coat with a fur collar, by Daniel Gevril, oil, 1849

Portrait of a man in a coat with a fur collar is an oil painting by Daniel Gevril. It dates from 1849 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of a man in a coat with a fur collar is an oil painting created by Daniel Gevril around 1849. It is part of the National Museum's collection in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait shows a bearded man with dark hair, gazing directly at the viewer with a serious expression. The dark background emphasizes his face, while the fur collar of his coat adds depth and texture to the image.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases the artist's ability to capture nuanced human expression. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark, is evident in the work.

Artist & collection

Artist

Daniel Gevril

Daniel Gevril (1803–1875) was an artist, born in Carouge.