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Portrait of a Nobleman, by Bartolomeo Veneto, unspecified, 1510

Portrait of a Nobleman

Bartolomeo Veneto

1510

unspecified

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

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Overview

Portrait of a Nobleman is a 1510 unspecified by Bartolomeo Veneto, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Bartolomeo Veneto
When & what style?
1510
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a man with long dark hair, wearing a black hat adorned with gold and red decorations, including a white feather. He is dressed in a white shirt with a high collar, a black vest featuring a gold pattern, and a fur-trimmed coat. The background consists of a red curtain and a landscape with trees, buildings, and a blue sky. The man's attire and the landscape suggest a sense of nobility and wealth. The painting's level of detail and realism imply a high level of skill and craftsmanship. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Artist

Bartolomeo Veneto

Bartolomeo Veneto (active 1502–31) was an Italian painter who worked in Venice, the Veneto (the mainland), and Lombardy.

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