Artwork
Captain Smart (b.1600)
Captain Smart (b.1600) is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Unknown. It dates from 1639 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. A 17th-century portrait executed in oil paint, depicting a man identified as Captain Smart.
About this work
Overview
A 17th-century portrait executed in oil paint, depicting a man identified as Captain Smart.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, likely Captain Smart, is shown in formal attire with a dark brown coat and lace collar, his right hand resting on a red tablecloth. The dark background features faint writing, and his serious expression is accentuated by chiaroscuro, drawing attention to his face.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro and oil paint creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, while attention to detail lends a lifelike quality to the portrait.
Artist & collection
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