Artwork
Portrait of a Man
Portrait of a Man is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Baptiste Perronneau. It dates from 1747 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of a Man is a 1747 oil painting by French artist Jean-Baptiste Perronneau, known for his work in pastel portraits.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a man with pale skin and curly white hair, dressed in a dark coat with gold buttons and a white cravat, set against a plain dark background. His calm, slightly serious expression is softened by a hint of a smile.
Technique & Style
Perronneau employed soft light to illuminate the subject's face, creating a glowing effect against the surrounding shadows. This use of light and shadow draws attention to the subject's features.
History & Provenance
The painting is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and is characteristic of the refined style of the Rococo period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Baptiste Perronneau (French pronunciation: ; c. 1716 – 19 November 1783) was a French Rococo painter and draughtsman, best known for his portrait pastels.
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