The Flamboyant Smoker: An original painting. 5x7 inch acrylic on canvas. Minimal male portrait sold painting.

This is an original painting, not a print or reproduction.

about the painting: This piece was initially inspired by a Rogier van der Weyden portrait of Francesco d'Este, which was created in the 1400's. It is current in possession by the MET. When first I saw the painting, I was intrigued by the peculiar man who was holding a sold ring with his frail, bony fingers. In my modern take of this painting, I wanted to make him a little bit gay, so I chose to have him smoking a cigarette in a teal robe. Now he is this fabulous, mysterious man who will always arouse my curiosity.

This original portrait was created with acrylic paint on canvas panel. It is finished with a archival grade satin varnish, to protect the painting from dust, dirt, and UV rays. The painting is signed on the front side.

Please note that the painting comes UNFRAMED.