Artwork

Ein geharnischter Ritter

Ein geharnischter Ritter, by Unknown, unspecified, 1565
Ein geharnischter Ritter, by Unknown, unspecified, 1565

Ein geharnischter Ritter is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Unknown. It dates from 1565 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Ein geharnischter Ritter is a 16th-century portrait painting rendered in black and white.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a man dressed in elaborate attire, including a ruff collar and chain, holding an ornate box. His serious expression is accentuated by the dramatic lighting.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, highlights the subject's face and hands, drawing attention to his expression and clothing details.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known