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Head of a Man by Vasilii Grigorievich Perov

Head of a Man

Head of a Man

The Met

Artist: Vasilii Grigorievich Perov(Russian, Tobolsk 1834–1882 Kuz'minki, Moscow)

Date: possibly ca. 1870–82

Department: European Paintings

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Oil on canvas board

Dimensions: 20 7/8 x 13 7/8 in. (53 x 35.2 cm)

Credit Line: Bequest of Mary Jane Dastich, in memory of her husband, General Frank Dastich, 1975

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Black and white portrait of an older man with long, wavy hair and a full beard

Detailed Description

This black and white, vertically oriented portrait painting depicts an older man from the chest up, facing slightly towards the right side of the frame. His head is tilted slightly upward, and his gaze is directed towards the upper right. The man has a long, full, and wavy beard that extends down to his chest, and equally long, wavy hair that frames his face and falls over his shoulders. Both his hair and beard are rendered in lighter tones, contrasting with the darker areas of the painting. His face shows signs of age, with visible wrinkles on his forehead and around his eyes. His eyes are dark and appear deeply set. His nose is prominent, and his mouth is slightly open. The lighting is dramatic, with strong highlights on the man's forehead, nose, and the right side of his face, as well as on his hair and beard. The left side of his face is largely in shadow. The background is dark and indistinct, rendered with visible brushstrokes, creating a sense of depth and texture. In the upper right corner, faint, light-toned script reads "C. Serov".

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