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Portrait of a Young Boy by Sébastien Bourdon

Portrait of a Young Boy

Portrait of a Young Boy

The Met

Artist: Sébastien Bourdon(French, Montpellier 1616–1671 Paris)

Department: European Paintings

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 23 1/4 x 19 3/4 in. (59.1 x 50.2 cm)

Credit Line: The Jules Bache Collection, 1949

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Brief Description

Black and white portrait of a person with dark curly hair, white ruffled collar, and dark garment

Detailed Description

This black and white, head-and-shoulders portrait depicts a young person against a dark, plain background. The subject's head is turned slightly to the right, while their gaze is directed forward, towards the viewer. They have a youthful face with light-toned skin, prominent eyes, a straight nose, and a small mouth. Dark, curly hair frames their face, falling to their shoulders. Around their neck is a white, ruffled collar or cravat, which appears to be fastened at the front with a dark button or brooch. A dark, draped garment covers their shoulders and chest, contrasting with the lighter tones of their face and collar. Strong lighting illuminates the subject's face from the upper right, highlighting the forehead, nose, and right cheek, while casting shadows on the left side of the face and under the chin. The overall composition is centered, with the subject occupying the majority of the frame.

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