Head of an old man, 17th century

Intense oil on canvas painting depicting the head of an old man, 17th century. The work, characterized by a strong expressive realism, returns with psychological depth and luministic mastery the face marked by time of an old man, captured in an absorbed and thoughtful pose. The light, of evident Caravaggio inspiration, models the face emerging from the shadow, exalting the dramatic features of the face, the flowing beard and the gaze turned upwards, as in a motion of interiority or spiritual revelation. The dark background and the compact brushstroke contribute to concentrate attention on the intense humanity of the subject. A work of great emotional impact and strong collectible value, ideal for lovers of baroque portraiture. Height: 66 cm width: 55 cm