Artwork
Portrait of a Man
Portrait of a Man is an unspecified portrait miniature by the Baroque artist Samuel Cooper. It dates from 1655 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
This portrait miniature, created around 1655, is the work of Samuel Cooper, an English artist known for his refined and detailed portraits.
Subject & Meaning
The oval portrait depicts a man with curly brown hair and a serious expression, dressed in attire characteristic of the period, including a dark coat and lace collar.
Technique & Style
The painting employs chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume, making the subject's face stand out against a dark, shadowy background.
History & Provenance
The portrait is part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art, and is attributed to Samuel Cooper, who worked primarily in miniature and was the younger brother of fellow artist Alexander Cooper.
Artist & collection
Artist
Samuel Cooper (1609 – 5 May 1672), sometimes spelt Samuel Cowper, was an English miniature painter. He was the younger brother of Alexander Cooper.
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