Portrait of Raden Saleh by Johann Karl Bähr. A half-length portrait of a man in traditional Javanese and European-influenced attire, featuring a vibrant turban and a velvet jacket with gold embroidery, set against a tropical mountain landscape.

Portrait of Raden Saleh

Johann Karl Bähr

1841 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A striking 19th-century portrait of the Indonesian painter Raden Saleh, characterized by rich textures and a warm, atmospheric landscape.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft gray, Terracotta clay

About the piece

Painted in 1841 by Johann Karl Bähr, this masterful portrait captures the renowned artist Raden Saleh in a moment of dignified contemplation. The work beautifully contrasts the deep green velvet of his jacket and the intricate patterns of his turban against a soft, glowing Javanese sunrise, embodying a sophisticated blend of Eastern and Western aesthetic traditions.

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