Mandsportræt (v. Dyck) 1726 - 1748

"Mandsportræt (v. Dyck)" (1726-1748) is a small oil painting by Danish artist David Gardelle (1726-1748), currently housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen. The artwork is a portrait of a man, likely a nobleman, with a ruff, a common fashion accessory for men in the 16th and 17th centuries. The painting showcases the artist's attention to detail, particularly in depicting the sitter's facial features and the texture of his attire. The painting exemplifies the realistic portrait style popular during Gardelle's lifetime, influenced by the legacy of artists like Anthony van Dyck.