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Portrait of a Gentleman

What is Portrait of a Gentleman? Portrait of a Gentleman is a masterpiece created in an unknown year by Unidentified artist. This Ink and color on silk is currently housed at the The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Use our interactive viewer below to explore community observations and add your own visual notes.

Detailed view of Portrait of a Gentleman by Unidentified artist at The Metropolitan Museum of Art

About the Artwork

A gentleman with a long, flowing beard is depicted. Depending on the specific version, he may be seated on a tiger skin draped over a chair of luxurious carved lacquer, with a standing screen holding a painting of misty mountains visible behind him. His robe may be adorned with a rank badge.

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