RED. PORTRAIT OF A MAN WITH A RED TURBAN | DIALOGUE WITH VAN EYCK

MARTIN LA ROSA

RED. PORTRAIT OF A MAN WITH A RED TURBAN | DIALOGUE WITH VAN EYCK

2025

OIL AND ACACIA THORNS ON PAPER

25.4 CM X 19 CM / 10 IN X 7.5 IN

This compelling work engages in a modern dialogue with the legacy of the Old Masters, specifically echoing Jan Van Eyck’s iconic “Portrait of a Man in a Red Turban.” Executed in oil on paper, the artist incorporates acacia thorns into the medium, adding a layer of raw, textured symbolism to the meticulously painted surface. This combination of classical technique and contemporary material exploration creates a powerful portrait that is both a homage and a profound reinterpretation.