Artwork
Niccolò da Ponte
Niccolò da Ponte is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Unknown. It dates from 1590 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
The painting is a portrait of an older man, Niccolò da Ponte, rendered in a realistic style. The subject is depicted with a serious expression, wearing a dark red robe.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is shown with a long white beard, holding the fur trim of his robe. His attire and demeanor convey a sense of dignity and authority.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases the artist's skill in capturing texture, particularly in the fur trim, which appears remarkably lifelike. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, adds depth to the subject's face.
Artist & collection
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Portrait of a Gentleman
Portrait of a Man with a Red Cloak
Portrait of the Venetian senator Marco Grimani (died 1583)
Portrait of Niccolo da Ponte (1491-1585), Doge of Venice
Portrait of a Procurator of St Mark's, Venice
A Venetian Senator
Bildnis eines alten Mannes, an einem Tisch sitzend
Self-Portrait
Portrait of Marino Grimani
Portrait of Cardinal Filippo Archinto
Self-Portrait