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Portrait of an Architect
Portrait of an Architect is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Ludger tom Ring the Elder. It dates from 1520 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
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Overview
Portrait of an Architect is a 1520 oil painting by Ludger tom Ring the Elder, a German artist known for his detailed and realistic works.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a man, likely an architect, seated with one hand on a folded paper, wearing a dark robe and black hat. His attire and the paper suggest a professional or occupational identity tied to building or design.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style, characterized by detailed realism and attention to individual features. The use of chiaroscuro, evident in the contrast between the subject's lit face and the dark background, adds depth to the portrait.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin collection. Created in 1520, it reflects the artistic trends of the early 16th century in Germany.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Ludger tom Ring the Elder (c.1496, Münster - 3 April 1547, Münster) was a German painter, engraver and decorative artist.
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