Artwork
Bildnis des Kardinals Markus Sittich
Bildnis des Kardinals Markus Sittich is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Unknown. It dates from 1574 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Bildnis des Kardinals Markus Sittich is a portrait painting featuring a solemn, bearded man dressed in a hat, cloak with frontal buttons, set against a dark background with an identifying inscription.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Markus Sittich, a cardinal, portrayed with direct gaze, conveying seriousness and authority, typical of ecclesiastical depictions of the time.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realistic style, the painting emphasizes detailed rendering of the subject's attire and facial features, characteristic of meticulous realism.
History & Provenance
The work is part of the collection at the Alte Pinakothek, Munich, though specific acquisition details or date are not provided in the available information.
Artist & collection
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