Old World Portraits
Portrait of Tamati Waka Nene
Gottfried Lindauer
A powerful late 19th-century portrait of the Māori leader Tamati Waka Nene, showcasing his intricate moko and traditional regalia.
Portrait of a Tungu Man
Carl Peter Mazér
1850 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking mid-19th-century oil portrait of a man with a steady, contemplative gaze, rendered in rich, earthy tones.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Best with clear wall contrast
- Color notes
- Soft gray, Rich brown, Charcoal black
About the piece
Created around 1850 by Swedish artist Carl Peter Mazér, this oil painting captures the dignified presence of a Tungu man. The work is notable for its meticulous detail, particularly in the rendering of the sitter's facial tattoos, the weathered wood of his staff, and the soft, atmospheric light of the forest background. It reflects the 19th-century tradition of ethnographic realism, combining technical mastery with a profound sense of character.
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