Portrait of a Man by Vincent van Gogh. A close-up portrait of a middle-aged man with piercing blue eyes and a mustache, rendered in energetic, visible brushstrokes against a dark background.

Portrait of a Man

Vincent van Gogh

1889 · Oil Paint, Canvas

This evocative character study by Vincent van Gogh captures the intense, weathered features of a man with remarkable psychological depth.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — anchors the wall with steady presence.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1889, this portrait demonstrates Vincent van Gogh's masterful use of expressive brushwork and a somber, earthy palette. The subject's piercing blue eyes provide a striking focal point against the dark, atmospheric background, reflecting the emotional intensity characteristic of the artist's late works.

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