Who painted Portrait of a man?

Portrait of a man was painted by Girolamo Romanino in 1516.

Where can I see Portrait of a man?

Portrait of a man is held by Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

What movement is Portrait of a man?

Portrait of a man is associated with Mannerism.

Artwork

Portrait of a man

Girolamo Romanino , 1516

Portrait of a man is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Girolamo Romanino. It dates from 1516 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a man is a 1516 oil painting by Girolamo Romanino, an Italian High Renaissance artist, now held in the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a man dressed in a luxurious black and gold outfit with a white ruffled collar and red hat, conveying opulence through his attire.

Technique & Style

Romanino employed chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, while the detailed realism and bold color choices reflect the artist's skill and the Mannerist style.

History & Provenance

Created in 1516, the work is part of the Mannerist movement and is currently part of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Girolamo Romanino

Girolamo Romani, known as Romanino (c. 1485 – c. 1566), was an Italian High Renaissance painter active in the Veneto and Lombardy, near Brescia. His long career brought forth several different styles.