Artwork
Male portrait (self-portrait)
Male portrait (self-portrait) is an oil painting by the Early Renaissance artist Domenico Caprioli. It dates from 1512 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.
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Overview
The painting 'Male portrait (self-portrait)' is an oil on canvas work created by Domenico Caprioli in 1512. It is a representative example of early Renaissance portraiture.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a young man, believed to be the artist himself, dressed in attire characteristic of the Renaissance period. He is shown with a neutral expression, holding a small blue object, set against a backdrop featuring a marble statue and architectural elements.
Technique & Style
Caprioli's use of oil paint allows for a detailed and realistic representation of the subject. The application of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, highlighting the artist's skill in manipulating light and shadow.
History & Provenance
Created in 1512 by Domenico Caprioli, an Italian painter from Treviso, the work is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection. Caprioli's style is reminiscent of Giorgione, a prominent Venetian painter of the time.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Domenico Caprioli (1494–1528) was an Italian painter born at Treviso in 1494. He produced portraits in the style of Giorgione.
