Artwork
Ghiberti (1378–1455) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
Ghiberti (1378–1455) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum) is an oil painting by the Pre-Raphaelite artist William Henry Fisk. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created around 1865 by William Henry Fisk, is a portrait design for a mosaic. It is currently held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Lorenzo Ghiberti, a historical figure, standing against a gold background. He is dressed in elaborate attire, including a red hat and patterned jacket, and holds a paper or book.
Technique & Style
The artwork showcases detailed rendering of Ghiberti's clothing, with varied colors and patterns. The gold background is composed of small squares, giving it a textured appearance that contributes to the overall sense of luxury and elegance.
Artist & collection
Lancelot Blondeel (1498–1561) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
Grinling Gibbons (1648–1721) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
Raphael (1483–1520) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
Pietro Torrigiano (1472–1522) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
Benvenuto Cellini (1500–1571) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
William of Wykeham (1320–1404) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
William Torrel (1291–1303) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
Francesco Primaticcio (1504–1570) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
Albrecht Dürer (1471–1528) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
Ghiberti (1378–1455) (design for a mosaic in the Victoria and Albert Museum)
