Who painted Portrait of a Lady?

Portrait of a Lady was painted by Altobello Melone in 1515.

Where can I see Portrait of a Lady?

Portrait of a Lady is held by Pinacoteca di Brera.

What movement is Portrait of a Lady?

Portrait of a Lady is associated with Mannerism.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Lady?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a Lady are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of a Lady

Altobello Melone , 1515

Portrait of a Lady is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Altobello Melone. It dates from 1515 and is held in the collection of the Pinacoteca di Brera.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a Lady, an oil painting by Altobello Melone, dates to 1515 and is part of the collection at the Pinacoteca di Brera.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a woman with distinctive curly brown hair, dressed in a blue gown, white ruffled collar and cuffs, and adorned with a gold chain. Her attire and the Renaissance-style landscape background (featuring a castle, trees, and a sky with clouds) contextualize her within a 16th-century setting.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, a prevalent medium during the Renaissance, the painting utilizes chiaroscuro, emphasizing strong light and dark contrasts to achieve a three-dimensional effect.

History & Provenance

Created in 1515 by Altobello Melone, the painting's history prior to its current location at the Pinacoteca di Brera is not detailed here.

Context

The work reflects Renaissance artistic influences, evident in both the subject's attire and the landscape, aligning with the period's aesthetic values.

Legacy

While specific impacts or recognitions of 'Portrait of a Lady' are not highlighted, it contributes to the broader understanding of 16th-century Italian portraiture.