Artwork
Pfalzgraf Wolfgang, Herzog in Bayern
Pfalzgraf Wolfgang, Herzog in Bayern is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Hans Schöpfer. It dates from 1532 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Pfalzgraf Wolfgang, Herzog in Bayern is a 1532 portrait painting by Hans Schöpfer, held at the Alte Pinakothek.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Wolfgang, Count Palatine of Zweibrücken, shown with a serious expression, clasped hands, and a ring on his right hand, conveying a sense of dignity and solemnity.
Technique & Style
The artist employed chiaroscuro to create depth and dimensionality, with a dark, indistinct background that focuses attention on the subject's detailed facial features.
Artist & collection
Kurfürsten Friedrich II. der Weise, Pfalzgraf bei Rhein
Portrait of Herzog Johann III, Paltzgraf bei Rhein (1488-1538)
Wilhelm V, Duke of Julich, Cleve and Berg
Portrait of Jakob Omphalius
Pfalzgraf Wolfgang (1494-1558)
Portrait of Henry III, Count of Nassau
Hanns Mädl
Herzog Anton der Gute von Lothringen (?)
Portrait of emperor Charles V
Portrait of a Man, perhaps Willem Simon-Maertensz, Lord of Stavenisse and Cromstrijen, repeatedly Burgomaster of Zierikzee