Portrait of an Older Man 1913

"Portrait of an Older Man" was created by Robert Falk in 1913. This painting, a striking example of early 20th-century Russian portraiture, showcases Falk's mastery of color and form. The subject, an older man, is depicted in a seated pose, his gaze directed toward the viewer. The artist utilizes bold, flat planes of color to represent the sitter's form, and the background, rendered in a simplified, almost abstract manner, further emphasizes the figure's presence. The use of a muted color palette contributes to the work's introspective mood, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.