Snyders, by van Dyck

Caldesi & Montecchi

1858

Albumen silver print

J. Paul Getty Museum

A man with a beard and mustache, wearing a dark robe and ruffled collar, is seated and looking to the side. The image is a sepia-toned print. Photograph of a portrait of Frans Snyders by Anthony van Dyck. The painting depicts the sitter in a dark-colored garment, with a large shawl or cloak draped over his left shoulder. His hands and hat are resting on the back of a chair.