Portrait of an Old Man by Samuel Hoffmann. A half-length portrait of an elderly man with a white beard and millstone ruff, holding a pair of gloves against a dark background.

Portrait of an Old Man

Samuel Hoffmann

1638 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dignified 17th-century portrait of an elderly gentleman featuring a prominent white millstone ruff.

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Dining Room · Study · Library
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft sage, Olive green

About the piece

Painted in 1638 by Samuel Hoffmann, this oil on canvas captures the dignified presence of an eighty-year-old man in the Dutch Golden Age style. The work features a masterfully rendered millstone ruff and detailed facial features, showcasing the artist's ability to capture character and texture with luminous precision.