Portrait of a Man ("The Auctioneer")
Rembrandt van Rijn
"Portrait of a Man ('The Auctioneer')" by Rembrandt, created in 1662, depicts a middle-aged man in a dark coat and a white collar, exuding an air of authority and confidence. The painting is notable for its masterful use of light and shadow, characteristic of Rembrandt's style, and is currently housed in the collection of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
"Portrait of a Man ('The Auctioneer')" by Rembrandt, created in 1662, features a male figure depicted in a three-quarter pose, characterized by a dark, richly textured background that enhances the subject's illuminated face and hands. The use of chiaroscuro highlights the sitter's expressive features and the intricate details of his attire, showcasing Rembrandt's mastery of light and shadow in oil on canvas.