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Portrait of Wilhelm Kannengiesser
Portrait of Wilhelm Kannengiesser is an unspecified painting by Bartholomaeus Bruyn the Elder. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
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Overview
The Portrait of Wilhelm Kannengiesser is a painting by Bartholomaeus Bruyn the Elder, a prominent artist in Cologne during the German Renaissance. Created around 1550, it is now part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Wilhelm Kannengiesser seated at a table, holding a piece of paper and a red book. His neutral expression and attire, including a black coat and hat, are rendered in detail against a beige background with a red crest.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases Bruyn's attention to detail, capturing the textures of the subject's clothing and the objects he holds. The straightforward, individualized style is characteristic of Bruyn's portraiture, reflecting his skill in conveying the subject's likeness.
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Artist
Bartholomäus Bruyn (1493–1555), usually called Barthel Bruyn or Barthel Bruyn the Elder, was a German Renaissance painter active in Cologne. He painted altarpieces and portraits, and was Cologne's foremost portrait painter of his day.
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