Who painted Bildnis Elisabeth von Fels?

Bildnis Elisabeth von Fels was painted by Hans Schöpfer in 1566.

Where can I see Bildnis Elisabeth von Fels?

Bildnis Elisabeth von Fels is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Bildnis Elisabeth von Fels?

Bildnis Elisabeth von Fels is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Bildnis Elisabeth von Fels

Hans Schöpfer , 1566

Bildnis Elisabeth von Fels is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Hans Schöpfer. It dates from 1566 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Bildnis Elisabeth von Fels is a portrait painting created in 1566 by Hans Schöpfer, now part of the collection at the Alte Pinakothek.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays Elisabeth von Fels, depicted in contemplative pose, wearing a white head covering and light robe, with a small black book in clasped hands, suggesting a focus on personal devotion or intellectual pursuits.

Technique & Style

Schöpfer employed chiaroscuro to create depth, with soft, gentle folds in the subject's attire contrasting against a dark background, which highlights the sitter's features and contributes to the overall somber mood.

History & Provenance

Created in 1566, the work's provenance prior to its current location at the Alte Pinakothek is not detailed here.

Context

As a 16th-century portrait, it reflects the era's artistic tendencies, particularly in the use of chiaroscuro, a technique popularized during the Renaissance.

Legacy

While specific influences or direct artistic lineage are not noted, the piece remains a representative example of Schöpfer's work and 16th-century portraiture.