Who painted Giulio Strozzi?

Giulio Strozzi was painted by Bernardo Strozzi in 1622.

Where can I see Giulio Strozzi?

Giulio Strozzi is held by Ashmolean Museum.

Artwork

Giulio Strozzi

Giulio Strozzi is an oil painting by Bernardo Strozzi. It dates from 1622 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.

About this work

Overview

Created circa 1622, this oil on canvas portrait by Bernardo Strozzi presents Giulian Strozzi, a member of the artist’s Genoese network. The work is part of the Ashmolean Museum’s collection and exemplifies the early Baroque interest in capturing personal likeness.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is shown in a dark coat with a crisp white collar, his right hand holding an open book and his left arm resting on a wooden ledge, a white cloth draped over his hand. The attire and the book convey an image of education and cultured status, reflecting the period’s focus on individual character.

Technique & Style

Strozzi employs pronounced chiaroscuro, using stark light and deep shadow to model the figure’s form and give a sense of three‑dimensionality. The brushwork is fluid yet controlled, typical of his Baroque approach that balances realism with dramatic effect.

History & Provenance

Bernardo Strozzi, originally active in Genoa before relocating to Venice, painted this portrait during his early Venetian period. The painting eventually entered the Ashmolean Museum, where it remains on display as part of the museum’s European paintings collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Bernardo Strozzi

Bernardo Strozzi, named il Cappuccino and il Prete Genovese (c. 1581 – 2 August 1644), was an Italian Baroque artist who was a painter and engraver. A canvas and fresco artist, his wide subject range included history,…