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Portrait of an man with circle and paper roll
Portrait of an man with circle and paper roll is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Lorenzo Lotto. It dates from 1535 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
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Overview
This 1535 painting by Lorenzo Lotto is a portrait of a man holding a circle and a rolled paper. The work is characteristic of Lotto's style, which blends High Renaissance traditions with elements of Mannerism.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, dressed in dark attire, gazes directly ahead with a serious expression. The objects he holds – a compass and paper roll – suggest a connection to artistic or scholarly pursuits, inviting interpretation of his profession or interests.
Technique & Style
Lotto's technique is marked by intricate detail and a focus on psychological depth. The warm, earthy background and the subject's dark robe create a sense of contrast, while the rendering of the objects in the subject's hands showcases Lotto's attention to detail.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin's collection. Created in 1535, it reflects Lotto's work during a period when his style was evolving to incorporate Mannerist elements.
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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…
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