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Portrait of a Jeweler, by Lorenzo Lotto, oil, 1509

Portrait of a Jeweler

Lorenzo Lotto

1509

oil

canvas

From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum

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Overview

Portrait of a Jeweler is a 1509 oil by Lorenzo Lotto, a High Renaissance work, held at J. Paul Getty Museum.

Who painted this?
Lorenzo Lotto
When & what style?
1509 · High Renaissance
Where can I see it?
J. Paul Getty Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a man in a dark robe and hat, seated at a table. He holds a ring in his right hand and a decorative object in his left. The background features a blue sky with trees on the right side. The man's attire and the objects he holds suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Lorenzo Lotto.

About the artist

Portrait of Lorenzo Lotto
Artist

Lorenzo Lotto

Lorenzo Lotto (c. 1480 – 1556/57) was an Italian Renaissance painter, draughtsman, and illustrator, traditionally placed in the Venetian school, though much of his career was spent in other north Italian cities. He…

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