Who painted Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua?

Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua was painted by Unknown 19th Century in 1850.

Where can I see Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua?

Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua?

Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua

Unknown 19th Century , 1850

Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Aloisius Gonzaga, Marquess of Mantua is a black-and-white engraved portrait print.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a bearded man with a wide-brimmed hat, wearing formal attire with a high collar and ruffled shirt. A decorative frame surrounds his head and shoulders, featuring Latin text on scrolls and swirls, likely identifying him and his titles.

Technique & Style

The image was created through engraving, a process involving scratching lines into metal, which was then inked to produce the print. The Latin text is rendered in a formal, seal-like style.