Old World Portraits
Portrait of Samuel Ballo
Peter Michal Bohúň
A dignified 19th-century portrait of a gentleman in formal attire, characterized by its refined realism and steady presence.
Portrait of Samuel Balla
Peter Michal Bohúň
1853 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A dignified mid-19th-century portrait of a gentleman in formal attire, capturing a sense of Victorian-era poise and character.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in 1853 by Peter Michal Bohúň, this formal oil portrait depicts Samuel Balla. The subject is rendered with a steady gaze and composed expression, dressed in a sharp dark coat and high-collared white shirt. The contrast between the deep tones of the clothing and the rich red of the armchair creates a sophisticated palette typical of mid-19th-century European portraiture.
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