1545
oil
canvas
From the collection of Capitoline Museums
Portrait of a virile man is a 1545 oil by Girolamo da Carpi, a Mannerism work, depicting Beard, held at Capitoline Museums.
This painting shows a man with a dark beard and mustache, wearing a black coat. His right hand rests on his chest, while his left hand is placed on his stomach. The man's face is serious, and his dark hair is neatly trimmed. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the man's face and hands. You can learn more about the technique of chiaroscuro.
Girolamo Da Carpi (1501 – 1 August 1556) was an Italian painter and decorator who worked at the Court of the House of Este in Ferrara.
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