Oil on canvas. The painting depicts a half-length portrait of a young man in deshabillé, lighting his pipe by drawing fire with a stick from the candle placed in front of him on the table, where a sword is also resting. Perhaps it is a young knight in a moment of relaxation. It is the candle, the sole source of light in the scene, that suggests the artist was inspired by the work of Georges De La Tour (1593-1652), the French Caravaggesque painter known for his "nocturnal" scenes. These scenes are characterized by figures, usually people of lower rank rather than historical models or high-status figures, illuminated by candlelight, creating a special atmosphere of intimacy. The painting, restored and re-stretched, is presented in a period-style frame.
Product Condition:
Product in good condition, with small signs of wear. We try to present the actual condition as completely as possible with the photos. If some details are not clear from the photos, then what is reported in the description is valid.
Frame Dimensions (cm):
Height: 113
Width: 90
Depth: 4
Artwork Dimensions (cm):
Height: 98
Width: 73
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