Who painted Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des)?

Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des) was painted by Antonis Mor in 1546.

Where can I see Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des)?

Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des) is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des)?

Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des) is associated with Early Baroque Italian.

Artwork

Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des)

Antonis Mor , 1546

Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des) is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Antonis Mor. It dates from 1546 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des) is a 1546 portrait painting attributed to the Netherlandish artist Antonis Mor, known for his formal court portrait style.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts an older man with a long white beard and mustache, dressed in a dark, high-collared robe. His right hand rests on a folded paper, while his left arm is crossed over his chest, conveying a sense of contemplation or introspection.

Technique & Style

The work employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts of light and shadow to create a three-dimensional effect, highlighting the textures of the subject's face and clothing against a dark background.

History & Provenance

Painted in 1546, Bildnis eines Mannes (Art des) is associated with the early Baroque period and is part of the Alte Pinakothek collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Antonis Mor

Anthonis Mor, also known as Anthonis Mor van Dashorst and Antonio Moro (c. 1517 – 1577), was a Netherlandish portrait painter, much in demand by the courts of Europe. He has also been referred to as Antoon, Anthonius,…