Artwork

Knabenbildnis

Knabenbildnis, by Benedetto Luti, unspecified, 1698
Knabenbildnis, by Benedetto Luti, unspecified, 1698

Knabenbildnis is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Benedetto Luti. It dates from 1698 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Knabenbildnis is a painting by Benedetto Luti, created in 1698. It is housed at the Alte Pinakothek.

Subject & Meaning

The painting is a portrait of a young boy with curly hair, dressed in a dark jacket and white shirt. He gazes to the left, his face illuminated against a dark background.

Technique & Style

The artist achieves a sense of depth and contrast by casting the boy's hair and clothing in shadow, while highlighting his face.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Benedetto Luti

Artist

Benedetto Luti

Benedetto Luti (1666–1724) was an artist, born in Florence.