Artwork
Self-portrait
Self-portrait is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Federico Barocci. It dates from 1605 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting is a self-portrait by Federico Barocci, an Italian Renaissance artist, created in 1605. It is part of the Uffizi Gallery's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Barocci as an older man with a white beard and mustache, wearing a ruffled white collar and dark jacket. His serious expression and direct gaze engage the viewer, conveying a sense of introspection.
Technique & Style
The artist employed chiaroscuro to create a strong contrast between light and dark, emphasizing the subject's face and adding depth to the portrait. This technique is characteristic of the early Baroque style, which Barocci's work anticipated.
History & Provenance
Federico Barocci, originally named Federico Fiori, was a painter and printmaker whose influential work bridged the Renaissance and Baroque periods. His style was later echoed in the work of artists such as Rubens.
Artist & collection
Artist
Federico Barocci (also written Barozzi) (c. 1535 – 30 September 1612) was an Italian Renaissance painter and printmaker. His original name was Federico Fiori, and he was nicknamed Il Baroccio. His work was highly…
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