Portrait of Battista Sforza
1474
tempera
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
1474
tempera
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
This portrait shows a woman's profile, facing right. She wears a black dress with a gold patterned sleeve and a white head covering with a gold band. Her hair is braided and adorned with a jewel. The background is a landscape with hills and a blue sky. The woman's head covering and dress suggest a high social status. Her profile view and formal attire give the painting a sense of dignity. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy learning more about the artist, Piero della Francesca.
