Artwork
Gaspar Rem
Gaspar Rem is a paint painting by the Mannerist artist Hans von Aachen. It dates from 1574 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Technique & Style
Gaspar Rem is executed in paint on canvas, a combination consistent with Hans von Aachen's portrait practice of the period.
Gaspar Rem is executed in paint on canvas, a combination consistent with Hans von Aachen's portrait practice of the period. The work is classified as a painting within the portrait genre. Its support is a modestly scaled canvas measuring 49 cm in height by 41.5 cm in width, an intimate format suited to a private likeness rather than a formal state commission.
Beyond these material and dimensional facts, the available sources do not record specific handling details, pigment choices, surface condition, or stylistic characterization.
History & Provenance
The portrait of Gaspar Rem was created by Hans von Aachen in 1574. Executed in paint on canvas, the work measures 49 cm in height and 41.5 cm in width. It is currently held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
Overview
The painting Gaspar Rem is a portrait created by Hans von Aachen in 1574. It is a representative work of the Northern Mannerist style, known for its elegance and refined composition.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with a serious expression, wearing a light-colored ruff collar. His dark hair is slightly disheveled, and he has a short beard and mustache. The subject's identity is not specified beyond his name, Gaspar Rem.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hans von Aachen (1552 – 4 March 1615) was a German painter who was one of the leading representatives of Northern Mannerism.
