Artwork
Portrait of Cornelius Van Dyck (1818 - 1896)

Portrait of Cornelius Van Dyck (1818 - 1896) is an oil painting by the Orientalist artist Moustafa Farroukh. It dates from 1939 and is held in the collection of the Sursock Museum.
About this work
Overview
Moustafa Farroukh's Portrait of Cornelius Van Dyck is an oil painting created around 1939. It is part of the Sursock Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Cornelius Van Dyck, a bearded man with grey hair and glasses, dressed in a dark suit. The subject's identity is tied to the Orientalist movement, in which Farroukh was a prominent figure.
Technique & Style
The painting employs chiaroscuro, with the subject's face illuminated against a dark background, creating a sense of depth. The contrast between light and shadow adds dimension to the portrait.
History & Provenance
The work is attributed to Moustafa Farroukh, a prolific Lebanese painter known for producing over 2,000 works during his career.
Artist & collection
Artist
Moustafa Farroukh (Arabic: مصطفى فروخ; 1901 – 1957) was one of Lebanon's most prominent painters of the 20th century.



















