Portrait of a Man Holding Gloves

Rembrandt van Rijn

Created:
Movement:
1648
Baroque
key Notes:
Baroque Realism, Introspective Expression
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Dimensions:
31 3/4 x 26 1/2 in. (80.6 x 67.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Easy
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Portrait of a Man Holding Gloves by Rembrandt van Rijn

Portrait of a Man Holding Gloves, created in 1648 by Rembrandt van Rijn, is an exemplary work of the Dutch Golden Age, showcasing the artist's mastery in the use of oil on wood. This painting is notable for its intricate attention to detail and the psychological depth conveyed through the subject's expression and posture. Rembrandt's ability to capture the essence of his sitters contributed significantly to his reputation as one of the foremost portraitists of his time. The work reflects the artist's innovative use of chiaroscuro, a technique that enhances the three-dimensionality and realism of the figure. Rembrandt's portraits often reveal his interest in the human condition, a theme that permeates much of his oeuvre. This painting is a testament to Rembrandt's enduring influence on portraiture and his contribution to the development of Western art.

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Portrait of a Man Holding Gloves by Rembrandt van Rijn

Created in 1648, "Portrait of a Man Holding Gloves" by Rembrandt van Rijn is an oil on wood painting that exemplifies the artist's mastery of chiaroscuro and his ability to capture the psychological depth of his subjects. The painting is part of the collection at the Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum in Braunschweig, Germany.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Portrait of a Man Holding Gloves