Old World Portraits
Head Study of a Bearded Man
Unknown Artist
A masterful Baroque head study of a man, showcasing rich textures and evocative chiaroscuro lighting.
Portrait of a Jewish Man
Gunnar Berndtson
1873 · Medium Not Listed
A striking 19th-century profile study capturing a man in a textured fur collar with a thoughtful gaze.
$129
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy
About the piece
Painted in 1873 by Gunnar Berndtson, this character study captures the subject in a dignified profile. The artist demonstrates a masterful handle on texture, particularly in the rendering of the soft fur collar and the curls of the hair, making it a compelling piece of 19th-century Finnish portraiture with a deep, atmospheric quality.
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