Albrecht Dürer at Age Fifty-Six

About this work

This portrait features a man with a prominent nose and chin, sporting a thick beard and mustache. His hair is cut in a bob, and he wears a ruffled collar and a cloak draped over his left shoulder. The background is a light beige color, with a small shield-like emblem in the upper-left corner. The man's gaze is directed to the left, and his facial expression is neutral. The overall style of the portrait suggests a Renaissance influence, with attention to detail and realism. To learn more about the artistic style and techniques used in this portrait, explore the Renaissance movement.