Artwork
Portrait of Ezzelino III da Romano
Portrait of Ezzelino III da Romano is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Cristofano dell'Altissimo. It dates from 1560 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created in 1560 by Cristofano dell'Altissimo, is a portrait of Ezzelino III da Romano, a historical figure. It is one of a series of portraits the artist produced for Duke Cosimo I de' Medici.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted in armor, holding a spear, conveying a sense of nobility and military prowess. His serious expression and intense gaze suggest a strong personality.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases the artist's skillful use of chiaroscuro and attention to detail, characteristic of Renaissance art. The subject's features, armor, and attire are rendered with precision, demonstrating the artist's technical proficiency.
History & Provenance
The portrait is part of a collection of 280 works dell'Altissimo created based on Paolo Giovio's collection, originally intended for display at the Uffizi Gallery.
Artist & collection
Artist
Cristofano dell'Altissimo (c. 1525 – 1605) was an Italian painter in Florence. For duke Cosimo I de' Medici he copied in Como at least 280 of the portraits from the Collection of Paolo Giovio known as the Giovio Series…
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