"William Shakespeare" Portrait

Artist:  Vera Smirnova
Medium: Acrylic and tempera on paper 
Dimensions: 8" x 10" (drawing size); 12" x 15" (frame)

Description:
This monochromatic portrait captures the iconic figure of William Shakespeare, rendered with expressive brushwork and classical restraint. Depicted in a high-contrast grayscale palette, the Bard is shown with a contemplative gaze, his face framed by flowing hair and a neatly trimmed beard. He wears a 17th-century doublet with a broad white collar and ribbon tie, evoking the timeless image associated with the legendary playwright and poet. The stark background and simplified detailing lend the work a bold, almost theatrical quality, emphasizing Shakespeare’s enduring cultural presence. Elegantly framed in black, the portrait pays homage to the literary giant with a dramatic and dignified flair.