Bartolomeo Bonghi (died 1584)

Giovanni Battista Moroni

Created:
Movement:
1559
Mannerism
key Notes:
Renaissance Portraiture, Introspective Realism
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Dimensions:
40 x 32 1/4 in. (101.6 x 81.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Bartolomeo Bonghi by Giovanni Battista Moroni

The painting "Bartolomeo Bonghi" by Giovanni Battista Moroni, created in 1559, is an exemplary work of portraiture from the Italian Renaissance. Executed in oil on canvas, the piece captures the dignified presence of its subject with remarkable realism and attention to detail. Moroni is renowned for his ability to convey the psychological depth of his sitters, a skill that is evident in this portrait. Born in Albino, near Bergamo, Moroni was a pupil of Moretto da Brescia and became known for his portraits of the local nobility and clergy. His work is characterized by a naturalistic style that contrasts with the more idealized forms of his contemporaries. The painting of Bartolomeo Bonghi is significant for its contribution to the development of portraiture in the 16th century, showcasing Moroni's mastery in capturing the essence of his subjects.

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Bartolomeo Bonghi by Giovanni Battista Moroni

The painting "Bartolomeo Bonghi" by Giovanni Battista Moroni, created in 1559, is an oil on canvas portrait that exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the realistic likeness and dignified presence of his subjects. This work is characteristic of Moroni's style, which combines meticulous attention to detail with a restrained and naturalistic approach, and it is housed in the National Gallery in London.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Bartolomeo Bonghi (died 1584)