Who painted Portrait of Jacopo Bassano?

Portrait of Jacopo Bassano was painted by Leandro Bassano in 1601.

Where can I see Portrait of Jacopo Bassano?

Portrait of Jacopo Bassano is held by Museo del Prado.

What movement is Portrait of Jacopo Bassano?

Portrait of Jacopo Bassano is associated with Early Baroque Italian.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of Jacopo Bassano?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of Jacopo Bassano are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of Jacopo Bassano

Leandro Bassano , 1601

Portrait of Jacopo Bassano is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Leandro Bassano. It dates from 1601 and is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

About this work

Subject & Meaning

The portrait shows Jacopo Bassano, a Venetian Renaissance master, rendered by his son Leandro Bassano in 1601.

The portrait shows Jacopo Bassano, a Venetian Renaissance master, rendered by his son Leandro Bassano in 1601. The work emphasizes the elder artist’s scholarly presence through his dignified pose and direct gaze, highlighting familial artistic legacy and the continuation of Venetian portraiture into the late Renaissance. By positioning Jacopo as the central figure, the painting underscores his esteemed status within the family workshop and broader art historical context, reflecting both personal tribute and the enduring influence of his innovative techniques.

History & Provenance

Leandro Bassano created the Portrait of Jacopo Bassano in 1601. Executed in oil on canvas, the artwork measures 64 cm in height and 50 cm in width. The painting is a portrait depicting Jacopo Bassano, serving as its main subject. The work is currently held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

Overview

Portrait of Jacopo Bassano is a 1601 oil painting by Leandro Bassano, also known as Leandro dal Ponte, an Italian Renaissance painter from Bassano del Grappa.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, creates a three-dimensional effect on the subject's face and beard. The plain dark background allows the subject's features to stand out.

Portrait of the painter Jacopo Bassano da Ponte (c. 1510-1592), Girolamo da Ponte

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Artist & collection

Artist

Leandro Bassano

Leandro Bassano (10 June 1557 – 15 April 1622), also called Leandro dal Ponte, was an Italian Renaissance painter from Bassano del Grappa who was awarded a knighthood by the Doge of Venice.