Anonymous Portrait Of An Old Man (scholar, Nobleman?) Oil On Wood, Netherlands, 17th/18th Century
Portrait of a scholar (tronie).
Oil on wood panel.
Representation of an elderly, bearded man in bust, turned three-quarters, against a dark background. The figure wears a white collar and fur-trimmed coat, enhanced by red drapery. The composition features marked chiaroscuro, characteristic of the Dutch Baroque tradition and Rembrandt's posterity.
The work resembles a "tronie", an idealized character study rather than an individual portrait. The free treatment of the garment and background contrasts with the finely executed face.
The work is similar to a "tronie", an idealized character study rather than an individual portrait.
Slightly curved panel, surface showing old patina and some restorations. Posterior frame.
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: Good condition
Material: Oil painting on wood
Width: 12,5 cm
Height: 17,5 cm
Reference (ID): 1737167
Availability: In stock
