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Portrait of Ulisse Aldrovandi, by Agostino Carracci, oil, 1593

Portrait of Ulisse Aldrovandi

Agostino Carracci

1593

oil

canvas

From the collection of Accademia Carrara

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of Ulisse Aldrovandi is a 1593 oil by Agostino Carracci, a Mannerism work, held at Accademia Carrara.

Who painted this?
Agostino Carracci
When & what style?
1593 · Mannerism
Where can I see it?
Accademia Carrara

About this work

This portrait depicts a man with a serious expression, dressed in a black robe with a high, ruffled white collar. He holds a bundle of papers in his right hand. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest a formal, professional setting. The artist has used oil paint to create a detailed and realistic image. The painting's style and technique are reminiscent of the work of Agostino Carracci, an Italian painter known for his portraits and religious scenes.

About the artist

Portrait of Agostino Carracci
Artist

Agostino Carracci

Agostino Carracci ( kə-RAH-chee, UK also kə-RATCH-ee, Italian: ; also Caracci; 16 August 1557 – 22 March 1602) was an Italian painter, printmaker, tapestry designer, and art teacher.

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