Old World Portraits
Old Man in a Fur-Trimmed Coat
Balthasar Denner
An exquisitely detailed character study of an elderly man, captured with remarkable realism by Balthasar Denner.
Head of an Old Woman
Balthasar Denner
1720 · Medium Not Listed
An incredibly detailed 18th-century portrait capturing the nuanced character and texture of age with lifelike precision.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence in a warmer tonal register — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green
About the piece
Painted around 1720, this portrait by Balthasar Denner showcases the artist's renowned ability to render skin and fabric with meticulous, photographic-like precision. The composition focuses on the expressive, weathered features of the subject, elegantly framed by the contrasting textures of fine lace and soft fur.
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