Artwork
Portrait of a 20 year-old man
Portrait of a 20 year-old man is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Niklas Prucker. It dates from 1664 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of a 20 year-old man is an oil painting by Niklas Prucker, dated to 1664, currently part of the collection at the Alte Pinakothek.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a young man of twenty, dressed in a dark coat with a high, intricately detailed lace collar, and long curly hair. Accessories include a belt with a small pouch, one hand resting on folded fabric, and the other grasping an indeterminate small item, possibly a glove or ring box.
Technique & Style
The work employs chiaroscuro, with pronounced light on the subject's face contrasting against the dark attire. The lace collar is rendered in meticulous detail, suggesting a focus on texture and light play.
History & Provenance
Created in 1664 by Niklas Prucker, the painting's history prior to its current location at the Alte Pinakothek is not detailed here.
Context
The simple, faint landscape background (featuring a tree and sky) subtly complements the foreground, emphasizing the subject without distraction.
Artist & collection
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