Who painted Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man was painted by Jan van Assen in 1666.

Where can I see Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Portrait of a Man

Jan van Assen , 1666

Portrait of a Man is an unspecified painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jan van Assen. It dates from 1666 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. This painting is a portrait of a young man, depicted in a dark coat against a shadowy background.

About this work

Overview

This painting is a portrait of a young man, depicted in a dark coat against a shadowy background.

Subject & Meaning

The subject's identity is unknown, making this portrait unusual for its time, as most were commissioned to showcase notable individuals. Instead, the artist emphasizes the play of light and shadow on the subject's face.

Technique & Style

The artist skillfully uses chiaroscuro, a technique that exploits contrasts between light and dark, to render the subject's features. Light falls on the man's cheek and nose, creating a nuanced, three-dimensional effect.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jan van Assen

Jan van Assen, who was born at Amsterdam in 1635, was a painter of history, portraits, and landscape, in the Italian manner; he studied particularly the works of Tempesta. He died at his birthplace in 1695.