A Standing Cavalier 1580 - 1640
anonymous
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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toned paper
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possibly oil pastel
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oil painting
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coloured pencil
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coffee painting
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underpainting
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pastel chalk drawing
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men
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This anonymous watercolor drawing from the 17th century, titled "A Standing Cavalier", depicts a man dressed in the fashion of the period. The figure stands confidently with his hands clasped and a sword at his side. He is likely a nobleman or a member of the upper class. The intricate details of the clothing are highlighted with gold paint, and the colors of the attire are bright, further suggesting his social status. The image, part of a larger collection, provides insight into the clothing styles of the time period.
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