{"product_id":"boy-in-profile-facing-left-salomon-de-bray-1","title":"Boy in Profile, facing left - Salomon de Bray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined 1636 portrait study in black and red chalk by Dutch Golden Age artist Salomon de Bray, depicting a young boy in profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait study by Salomon de Bray, dated 1636, demonstrates the technical precision characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age. Executed in black and red chalk, the work captures a young boy in a strict profile view, a format that draws attention to the contours of the face and the subtle play of light across the features. De Bray, a painter, architect, and poet based in Haarlem, was known for his disciplined approach to portraiture and his ability to render human expression with economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of red chalk for the boy's cheek and the decorative beads provides a warm contrast to the cooler black chalk used for the hair and clothing. The oval framing, typical of the period, suggests this may have been a preparatory study for a larger painting or a finished work intended for a private collection. The boy wears a simple garment adorned with a string of beads, which adds a touch of texture to the composition. The artist's signature and date are clearly visible on the left side of the oval, confirming the provenance of this specific sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDe Bray's work reflects the broader interest in individual character studies that occupied many artists in the Netherlands during the seventeenth century. By focusing on the profile, he avoids the complexities of three-quarter views, allowing the viewer to observe the structure of the jawline, the shape of the nose, and the attentive gaze of the subject. The paper remains largely clean, providing a neutral background that keeps the focus entirely on the figure. This print offers a clear view of the artist's handling of chalk, showing how he layered strokes to create depth and volume without relying on heavy shading. It is a quiet, observant piece that captures a fleeting moment of childhood with clarity and restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Salomon de Bray","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58735450194255,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58735473721679,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58735473754447,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58735473787215,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58735473819983,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58735473852751,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58735473885519,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58735473918287,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58735473951055,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58735473983823,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58735474016591,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58735474049359,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Boy-in-Profile-facing-left_Poster_CompositorV1_1789036353085.jpg?v=1789037485","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/boy-in-profile-facing-left-salomon-de-bray-1","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}