Friedrich Krepp, Portrait Of A Man In Costume Older This peaceful 19th-century nocturne by

This peaceful 19th-century nocturne by Danish artist

spending most of his time in Rome

The artist has captured an expression that's deliberately tricky to decipher

Fishermen haul nets onto steep shingle beaches

our vantage point is tucked away under branches

Friedrich Krepp, Portrait Of A Man In Costume Older This peaceful 19th-century nocturne byThis whimsical mid 19th century portrait by Austrian artist Friedrich Krepp (1829 c. 1872) depicts a bearded gentleman dressed in a style befitting the 1640s. Krepps handling is particularly fine. Note the depth in the eyes and the shimmer of moisture on the bottom lid. The outfit, too, feels tangible, you can almost feel its luxurious fabric. Krepp worked predominantly in Vienna and gained numerous high profile commissions from the aristocracy. In