Portrait of a Young Man with an Earring by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres. A close-up oil portrait of a young man with dark curly hair and a gold hoop earring, wearing a brown coat and white collar against a dark background.

Portrait of a Young Man with an Earring

A striking and intimate 19th-century portrait featuring a young man with a contemplative gaze and dark, textured curls.

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Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence in a warmer tonal register — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Warm beige

About the piece

Painted in 1804 by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, this portrait captures the youthful character of a young man adorned with a single gold earring. The work showcases the French master's early command of light and form, with delicate skin tones contrasting against a moody, atmospheric background and the heavy textures of the subject's outer coat.