Artwork
Man with Beret
Man with Beret is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Périclès Pantazis. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
About this work
Overview
Man with Beret is a 19th-century oil painting by Périclès Pantazis, a Greek-born artist active in Belgium.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man in a dark jacket and white shirt, wearing a beret and subtly hinting at a red bow tie. His introspective expression is captured through warm, earthy tones, with his gaze directed at the viewer.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases Pantazis's skillful use of chiaroscuro, creating depth and dimension. The impressionist style is evident in the focus on capturing light and everyday subjects.
History & Provenance
Created in 1875, Man with Beret is part of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp's collection.
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Artist
Périclès Pantazis (Greek: Περικλής Πανταζής, Periklis Pantazis; 13 March 1849, Athens – 25 January 1884, Brussels) was a major Greek impressionist painter of the 19th century who gained a great reputation as an artist initially in Belgium.
