Artwork
Portrait of Physician Doré (sketch)
Portrait of Physician Doré (sketch) is an oil painting by the Realist artist Mihály Munkácsy. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting is a portrait sketch by Hungarian artist Mihály Munkácsy, created in 1890. It is part of the Hungarian National Gallery's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man, identified as Physician Doré, shown from the chest up with a serious expression. His detailed facial features, including a bushy beard and mustache, convey a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
The painting reflects the Realist movement's emphasis on direct representation. The subject's face is rendered in detail, while the dark background features loose brushstrokes, creating a contrast between the figure and the surroundings.
Artist & collection
Artist
Mihály Munkácsy (Hungarian pronunciation: ; 20 February 1844 – 1 May 1900) was a Hungarian painter. He earned international reputation with his genre pictures and large-scale biblical paintings.
