Head of an old man, 17th century

Intense oil on canvas painting depicting the head of an old man with a beard, 17th century. The work, marked by strong expressive realism, captures with psychological depth and masterful illumination the face marked by time of an elderly man, caught in a thoughtful and pensive pose. The light, of evident Caravaggio inspiration, shapes the face emerging from the shadows, enhancing the dramatic features of the face, the flowing beard, and the gaze directed upwards, as if in a movement of interiority or spiritual revelation. The dark background and the compact brushstrokes contribute to concentrating attention on the intense humanity of the subject. Work of great emotional impact and of strong collectable value, ideal for lovers of Baroque portraiture. Height: 66 cm width: 55 cm Each painting in our Gallery is sold accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by an Expert of the Court and of the Chamber of Commerce Industry Crafts and Agriculture of Genoa.