Artwork

Man in a Red Cap Holding a Carnation

Man in a Red Cap Holding a Carnation, by Unknown, unspecified, 1490
Man in a Red Cap Holding a Carnation, by Unknown, unspecified, 1490

Man in a Red Cap Holding a Carnation is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

About this work

Overview

Man in a Red Cap Holding a Carnation is a painting depicting a man in a dark setting.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a man with a serious expression, wearing a red cap and black coat with a fur collar, and holding a red carnation. He is adorned with a gold ring, and his short hair and small beard are visible.

Technique & Style

The painting employs chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of depth, drawing attention to the man's face.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known