Who painted Bildnis eines Mannes?

Bildnis eines Mannes was painted by Bernhard Strigel in 1497.

Where can I see Bildnis eines Mannes?

Bildnis eines Mannes is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Bildnis eines Mannes?

Bildnis eines Mannes is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Bildnis eines Mannes

Bernhard Strigel , 1497

Bildnis eines Mannes is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Bernhard Strigel. It dates from 1497 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Bildnis eines Mannes is a portrait painting created by Bernhard Strigel in 1497. It is a representative work of the Northern Renaissance and the Swabian school.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a man with a serious expression, wearing simple, dark attire. His steady gaze and slightly tilted face convey a sense of introspection.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved a nuanced representation of the subject's features through subtle transitions between light and shadow, particularly on the face. The use of soft, gradual shifts in tone creates a sense of depth and volume.

History & Provenance

Bernhard Strigel, born around 1461 in Memmingen, was a painter associated with Emperor Maximilian I. The painting is now part of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Bernhard Strigel

Bernhard Strigel (c. 1461 – 4 May 1528) was a German portrait and historical painter of the Swabian school, the most important of a family of artists established at Memmingen. He was born at Memmingen and was probably a…