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Portrait of a Man, c. 1520-25 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of a Man, c. 1520-25 (oil on canvas)
3614114 Portrait of a Man, c.1520-25 (oil on canvas) by Brescia, Moretto da (c.1498-1554); 87x81.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Italian, out of copyright
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Cape Carpet Collar Cuffs Curtain Drapery Fortified Gown Hourglass Italian Renaissance Melancholic Melancholy Nobleman Silk Time Wealthy Moretto Da Brescia
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of a Man" transports us back to the Italian Renaissance era. Painted by Moretto da Brescia around 1520-25, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 87x81.3 cm and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The subject of the painting, an unidentified nobleman, exudes an air of melancholy as he gazes out from behind a curtain-covered window. His half-length figure is adorned with a luxurious cape and drapery that cascade down his shoulders, adding to his regal presence. A meticulously groomed moustache and beard frame his face, while his intense expression hints at hidden depths within. Behind him lies a breathtaking landscape featuring majestic mountains and a fortified town nestled among them. This juxtaposition between the man's introspective demeanor and the vastness of nature creates an intriguing contrast. The artist skillfully captures not only the physical likeness but also conveys a sense of time passing through the inclusion of an hourglass on the table beside him. The richly detailed silk carpet beneath him further emphasizes his status as a wealthy individual. Moretto da Brescia's mastery shines through in this Venetian portrait, showcasing both technical expertise and emotional depth characteristic of Italian Renaissance art. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of portraiture to capture human complexity across centuries.
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