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Portrait of a man, by Francesco Torbido, oil, 1532

Portrait of a man

Francesco Torbido

1532

oil

canvas

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of a man is a 1532 oil by Francesco Torbido, depicting Man, held at Fitzwilliam Museum.

Who painted this?
Francesco Torbido
When & what style?
1532
Where can I see it?
Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a man, rendered in oil paint. The subject is depicted from the chest up, facing forward with a neutral expression. He wears a dark beret and a dark jacket or cloak, set against a dark background that gradually lightens towards the right side. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the subject's face and clothing. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to study the subject's features and expression. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up Francesco Torbido.

About the artist

Portrait of Francesco Torbido
Artist

Francesco Torbido

Francesco Torbido (Venice 1486–1562) was an Italian painter of the Renaissance period, active mainly in Verona and Venice. He is also known as il Moro.

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