Artwork
Caterina Sagredo Barbarigo as Berenice
Caterina Sagredo Barbarigo as Berenice is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Rosalba Carriera. It dates from 1741 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
About this work
Overview
Caterina Sagredo Barbarigo as Berenice is a 1741 pastel portrait by Rosalba Carriera, a prominent Italian Rococo artist. The work is part of the Detroit Institute of Arts collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Venetian noblewoman Caterina Sagredo Barbarigo as Berenice, a mythological figure. She is shown with dark, curly hair, wearing a white dress and yellow shawl, holding scissors. Her calm, introspective expression conveys quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Carriera's use of pastel captures the subject's serene mood. The delicate rendering of Barbarigo's attire and hairstyle reflects her skill in portraiture, characteristic of the Rococo style.
History & Provenance
Created in 1741, the portrait is a representation of Carriera's mature work, showcasing her expertise in pastel portraiture that gained her significant recognition in 18th-century Europe.
Artist & collection
Artist
Rosalba Carriera (12 January 1673 – 15 April 1757) was an Italian Rococo painter.
