Portrait of a Man 1535 - 1568

Willem Key's "Portrait of a Man" (1535-1568) depicts a man in a black robe and a cap, his hands resting on a surface, one holding a folded cloth. The work exemplifies Key's mastery of portraiture, evident in the subject's detailed features and the subtle interplay of light and shadow on his face and hands. This oil painting is a fine example of Northern Renaissance art, showcasing the artistic style of 16th-century Netherlands. It is currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.