The artwork, titled “Portrait of a Man,” was created by Frans Hals between 1612 and 1616. Executed in oil on canvas, it belongs to the Baroque art movement. The dimensions of this portrait are 73.7 x 55.2 cm. It is categorized under the genre of portraiture and is currently housed in the Brooklyn Museum, located in New York City, NY, US.
“Portrait of a Man” showcases a bearded figure adorned in dark, sumptuous attire with a prominent ruffled collar, a characteristic style of the early 17th century. The subject is depicted with keen attention to facial expression and detail, capturing an air of dignified presence and introspection. The rich use of chiaroscuro highlights the textural contrasts between the man’s clothing and his visage, emphasizing Hals’ skillful manipulation of light and shadow. The background is dim, further drawing focus to the figure, who appears within an oval frame, suggesting a sense of intimacy and immediacy. The artwork reflects Frans Hals’ masterful portraiture technique and his ability to convey the complexity of human character through meticulous depiction and dynamic composition.
