Artwork
Portrait of a Gentleman
Portrait of a Gentleman is an unspecified painting by the High Renaissance artist Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio. It dates from 1505 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of a Gentleman, painted in 1505 by Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio, is a High Renaissance portrait. The son of renowned artist Domenico Ghirlandaio, Ridolfo crafted this work, now part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a man dressed formally in a dark robe and hat, with a visible red shirt underneath. His clenched right fist and direct gaze at the viewer convey a sense of resolve or intensity, set against a backdrop that subtly suggests tradition.
Technique & Style
Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio employs muted colors and a simple, focused composition to create intimacy. A muted gray background, with a faint landscape of a house, trees, and hills in the upper left, further emphasizes the subject's prominence.
History & Provenance
Created in 1505, the painting's history prior to its current residence at the Art Institute of Chicago is not detailed here. It represents Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio's contribution to the High Renaissance portrait tradition.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ridolfo di Domenico Bigordi, better known as Ridolfo Ghirlandaio (14 February 1483 – 6 June 1561) was an Italian Renaissance painter active mainly in Florence. He was the son of Domenico Ghirlandaio.
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