Who painted Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man was painted by Thomas de Keyser in 1632.

Where can I see Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man is held by Hermitage Museum.

What movement is Portrait of a Man?

Portrait of a Man is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Man?

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

Artwork

Portrait of a Man

Thomas de Keyser , 1632

Portrait of a Man is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Thomas de Keyser. It dates from 1632 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. This oil painting, created in 1632, is a representative work of the Dutch Golden Age.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1632, is a representative work of the Dutch Golden Age. It is attributed to Thomas de Keyser, a prominent Dutch portrait painter active during the late 16th and early 17th centuries.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a man in formal attire, with a serious expression, suggesting he may be a person of significance. He is shown against a dark background, wearing a black outfit with a white ruffled collar, and holding gloves in his right hand.

Technique & Style

The painting employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and dark to create depth and volume, contributing to its dramatic effect. The artist's use of this technique adds to the overall somber and formal atmosphere of the work.

History & Provenance

The painting is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection. Created during de Keyser's most successful period, it reflects his skill as a portraitist, a reputation that influenced later artists like Rembrandt.

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Artist

Thomas de Keyser

Thomas de Keyser (c. 1596 – 1667) was a Dutch portrait painter and a dealer in Belgium bluestone and stone mason. He was the most in-demand portrait painter in the Netherlands until the 1630s, when Rembrandt eclipsed…