Who painted Head of a Young Man in Profile with a Book?

Head of a Young Man in Profile with a Book was painted by Giovanni Battista Piazzetta in 1740.

Where can I see Head of a Young Man in Profile with a Book?

Head of a Young Man in Profile with a Book is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Head of a Young Man in Profile with a Book?

Head of a Young Man in Profile with a Book is associated with Baroque.

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Artwork

Head of a Young Man in Profile with a Book

Giovanni Battista Piazzetta , 1740

Head of a Young Man in Profile with a Book is a drawing by the Baroque artist Giovanni Battista Piazzetta. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1943.374
Credit line: Gift of Jacob M. Heimann

About this work

Overview

Head of a Young Man in Profile with a Book is a drawing by Giovanni Battista Piazzetta, created in 1740. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a young man absorbed in reading, his calm and focused expression conveying a sense of quiet contemplation. His simple attire adds to the serene atmosphere of the scene.

Technique & Style

Piazzetta employed chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to create a sense of depth and volume in the drawing. Subtle gradations of light and shadow model the young man's features and clothing.