Artwork
Portrait of a Lady
Portrait of a Lady is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Giovanni di ser Giovanni Guidi. It dates from 1460 and is held in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
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Overview
Portrait of a Lady is a painting created by Lo Scheggia around 1460. It is a representative work of the early Renaissance in Florence.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman in profile, gazing downward with a subtle smile, conveying a sense of introspection. Her pale face and rosy cheeks are accentuated by a dark background and attire, with a patterned sleeve adding a touch of elegance.
Technique & Style
Lo Scheggia's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, highlighting the subject's features. The contrast between light and dark areas adds to the overall three-dimensional effect of the portrait.
History & Provenance
Lo Scheggia, the younger brother of Masaccio, was a painter active in Florence, known for his work on cassone panels and birth trays. The painting is now part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art's collection.
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Artist
Giovanni di ser Giovanni Guidi
Giovanni di Ser Giovanni, (1406 – 1486) also known as Lo Scheggia, or "the Splinter" was an Italian Renaissance painter in Florence who was born in San Giovanni Valdarno and was the younger brother of the famous Masaccio.
