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Portrait of a Young Man

Portrait of a Young Man, by Giovanni Bellini, paint, 1475
Portrait of a Young Man, by Giovanni Bellini, paint, 1475

Portrait of a Young Man is a paint painting by the Early Renaissance artist Giovanni Bellini. It dates from 1475 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Painted around 1475 by Giovanni Bellini, 'Portrait of a Young Man' is an early Renaissance portrait held in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a young man with dark hair, wearing a red robe with a white collar, set against a dark background. His serious expression and gaze to the left convey a sense of character and individuality.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to create a sense of depth and make the subject stand out from the background. The folds in the red robe are rendered in detail, adding to the overall sense of realism.

Portrait of a Young Man
Portrait of a Young Man, Unknown

Artist & collection

Portrait of Giovanni Bellini

Artist

Giovanni Bellini

Giovanni Bellini (Italian: ; Venetian: Zuane Belin; c. 1430 – 29 December 1516) was an Italian Renaissance painter, probably the best known of the Bellini family of Venetian painters. He was raised in the household of…

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Portrait of a Young Man?

Portrait of a Young Man was painted by Giovanni Bellini in 1475.

Where can I see Portrait of a Young Man?

Portrait of a Young Man is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Portrait of a Young Man?

Portrait of a Young Man is associated with Early Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Young Man?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a Young Man are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.