Portrait of a Young Man in Black
1520
unspecified
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
1520
unspecified
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
This portrait depicts a young man dressed in black, with a white collar visible under his dark attire. He is shown from the waist up, facing forward with a neutral expression. The subject's dark clothing and simple background draw attention to his face and hands, which are rendered in detail. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, adding dimension to the portrait. To learn more about the techniques used in this painting, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.