Portrait of a man

Portrait of a man

Parmigianino

1530

unspecified

From the collection of Uffizi Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a man with a dark beard and mustache, wearing a black hat and a dark robe with a white collar. He is adorned with rings on his fingers and has a serious expression. In the background, there is a circular frame with a carving of a figure, adding depth to the composition. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of solemnity and contemplation. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of Parmigianino.

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