Artwork
Self-portrait
Self-portrait is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Orazio Riminaldi. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.
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Overview
This oil painting is a self-portrait by Orazio Riminaldi, created around 1625. It is now part of the Uffizi Gallery's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Riminaldi himself, dressed in a red and brown robe, with his face lit from the left. His downward gaze contributes to a somber, introspective mood.
Technique & Style
Riminaldi's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, with deep shadows and bright highlights that add depth to the subject. This technique is characteristic of the Caravaggist style, which Riminaldi employed in his work.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Orazio Riminaldi (5 September 1593 – 19 December 1630) was an Italian painter who painted mainly history subjects in a Caravaggist style.
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