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Head of a Boy, c. 1658-59 (oil on canvas)
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Head of a Boy, c. 1658-59 (oil on canvas)
990374 Head of a Boy, c.1658-59 (oil on canvas) by Sweerts, Michael (1618-64); 32x27.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Head of a Boy. Michael Sweerts (1618-1664). Oil on canvas. Painted circa 1658-59. 32 x 27.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22307078
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1650s 1658 Afraid Anxiety Anxious Artist Flemish Aversion Baroque Era Behaviour Black Color Black Colour Brown Hair Brunette Bust Length Collar Dark Hair Flemish Artist Fringe Hair Style Long Hair Looking Away Mid 17th Century Mid Seventeenth Century Neckwear Negative Concept Old Master Paintings One Boy Only Outer Garment Petrified Quarter Length Tassel Temperament Turning Away Ethnic Origin Fear Michael Sweerts Portrait Style Portraiture Sweerts
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This print showcases "Head of a Boy" by Michael Sweerts, an exquisite oil painting created around 1658-59. The portrait style composition features the quarter length view of a young boy with brown hair, his gaze turned away from the viewer. The artist's mastery is evident in the intricate details of the subject's attire, including a jacket and neckwear. The dark background adds depth to this old master painting, emphasizing the boy's contemplative expression. Sweerts' baroque style shines through in his careful rendering of light and shadow on the subject's face. The image captures not only the physical appearance but also conveys a sense of negative emotion or aversion. The boy's posture and facial expression suggest anxiety or fear, adding layers to this thought-provoking artwork. With its rich color palette and meticulous brushwork, this Flemish masterpiece exemplifies Sweerts' skill as an artist during the 17th century. The attention to detail extends even to small elements like tassels and fringe on his clothing. Overall, this portrait offers viewers a glimpse into both historical fashion and human temperament during that era. It serves as a testament to Sweerts' talent as well as capturing timeless emotions that resonate with audiences today.
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