Who painted Portrait of a white-haired man?

Portrait of a white-haired man was painted by Rembrandt in 1667.

Where can I see Portrait of a white-haired man?

Portrait of a white-haired man is held by National Gallery of Victoria.

What movement is Portrait of a white-haired man?

Portrait of a white-haired man is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a white-haired man?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a white-haired man are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of a white-haired man

Rembrandt , 1667

Portrait of a white-haired man is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1667 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria.

About this work

Overview

Rembrandt’s 1667 oil portrait presents an elderly man with white hair, rendered on canvas. The figure is seated, his expression solemn, and he is clothed in a dark robe with a contrasting white collar and a decorative tassel. The composition is set against a muted, almost black background, emphasizing the subject’s face and hands.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter’s dignified attire and greying hair suggest a person of status, possibly a cleric or a nobleman. His posture—right hand resting on his lap, left arm bent with the hand visible near the frame—conveys a restrained authority, while the serious gaze invites contemplation of his character and role.

Technique & Style

Rembrandt employs chiaroscuro to model the figure, using strong contrasts of light and shadow to create depth. The subtle gradations on the face and hands reveal his mastery of oil paint, capturing fine textures such as the softness of the hair and the sheen of the fabric.

History & Provenance

The work entered the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria, where it remains on display. Its creation in the later period of Rembrandt’s career reflects the mature style he developed during the Dutch Golden Age.

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Artist

Rembrandt

Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669), known mononymously as Rembrandt, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, printmaker, and draughtsman.