Who painted Portrait of a man?

Portrait of a man was painted by Frans Hals in 1643.

Where can I see Portrait of a man?

Portrait of a man is held by National Galleries Scotland.

What movement is Portrait of a man?

Portrait of a man is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Portrait of a man

Frans Hals , 1643

Portrait of a man is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Frans Hals. It dates from 1643 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a man is a 1643 oil painting by Frans Hals, a prominent Dutch painter. The work is held in the Scottish National Gallery.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Francois Woutersz, a man dressed in formal black attire with a white collar and hat. He is shown with a glove, conveying a sense of quiet confidence and sophistication through his subtle, knowing smile.

Technique & Style

Frans Hals's skill in capturing human expression is evident in the portrait. The subject's relaxed pose, with one hand on his hip and the other in front of him, adds to the overall sense of ease and refinement.

History & Provenance

Frans Hals worked in Haarlem, where his portraits were highly sought after by wealthy patrons. This portrait, created in 1643, is a characteristic example of his work from this period.

Artist & collection

Artist

Frans Hals

Frans Hals the Elder (UK: , US: ; Dutch: ; c. 1582 – 26 August 1666) was a Dutch Golden Age painter. He lived and worked in Haarlem, a city in which the local authority of the day frowned on religious painting in places…