Artwork
Portrait of a young man
Portrait of a young man is a paint painting by the Mannerist artist Lorenzo Lotto. It dates from 1526 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
This 1526 painting is a portrait by Lorenzo Lotto, an Italian artist active during the High Renaissance and early Mannerist period.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a young man with dark hair and a beard, dressed in dark attire against a green background. His serious expression and gaze to the right convey a sense of introspection.
Technique & Style
Lotto's characteristic use of chiaroscuro creates depth and volume in the portrait. The work reflects a transitional style, blending High Renaissance conventions with the more eccentric poses associated with Mannerism.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lorenzo Lotto (c. 1480 – 1556/57) was an Italian Renaissance painter, draughtsman, and illustrator, traditionally placed in the Venetian school, though much of his career was spent in other north Italian cities. He…
