Portrait of a man with beard

The painting, titled 'Portrait of a man with beard', is a stunning example of Realism. It depicts a man of Northern or Northwestern European ancestry, distinguished by his vibrant red hair - a trait found in 2-6% of people from this region, resulting from a recessive allele on chromosome 16. The carefully constructed Portrait brings to life not only the prominent beard, but also subtle details that offer a glimpse into the subject's personality, exemplifying the detail-oriented and true-to-life approach characteristic of Realism.