Artwork
Portrait of an old man
Portrait of an old man is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Grigor Gabrielyan. It is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Armenia.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of an old man is an oil painting created by Grigor Gabrielyan in 1900, now part of the collection at the National Gallery of Armenia.
Subject & Meaning
The painting focuses on the portrait of a venerable old man, distinguished by his long white beard, turban, and traditional attire including a fur-trimmed coat. His serious yet wise expression is the central point of emotional engagement.
Technique & Style
Gabrielyan employed chiaroscuro to achieve a profound sense of depth, emphasizing the subject's face and imbuing the portrait with a sense of three-dimensionality.
History & Provenance
Created in 1900, the work is currently housed at the National Gallery of Armenia, indicating its recognized cultural and artistic value within the country's national collection.
Artist & collection
