Artwork
Portrait of a Man
Portrait of a Man is a print by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. A 17th-century man's portrait is captured in this print, characterized by somber tones and a serious demeanor.
About this work
Overview
A 17th-century man's portrait is captured in this print, characterized by somber tones and a serious demeanor.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted wearing attire typical of the era, including a wide-brimmed hat and dark cloak, with a sword in hand, suggesting a military or noble affiliation.
Technique & Style
The use of dark colors and subtle gradient in the background creates depth, while the subject's serious expression contributes to the overall somber mood.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
