1509
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Bust of a Woman is a 1509 by Jacopo de' Barbari, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting is a portrait of a woman, depicted from the shoulders up. Her hair is styled in an intricate updo, with loose strands framing her face. She wears a decorative garment with a patterned sash across her chest. The woman's expression is enigmatic, and her gaze is directed slightly to the side. The background of the painting is a dark, muted color, which helps to focus attention on the subject's face and clothing. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's features. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this painting, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
Jacopo de' Barbari, sometimes known or referred to as de'Barbari, de Barberi, de Barbari, Barbaro, Barberino, Barbarigo or Barberigo (c.
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