Friar Angelo Ferretti as Saint Peter Martyr

Lorenzo Lotto

Created:
Movement:
1523
Renaissance
key Notes:
Religious portraiture, Dramatic chiaroscuro.
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Dimensions:
39 3/8 x 28 3/4 in. (100 x 73 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

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Friar Angelo Ferretti as Saint Peter Martyr by Lorenzo Lotto

The painting "Friar Angelo Ferretti as Saint Peter Martyr," created in 1523 by Lorenzo Lotto, is a significant example of the artist's skill in portraiture and religious representation. Executed in oil on canvas, this work exemplifies Lotto's ability to infuse his subjects with psychological depth and individuality, a hallmark of his artistic style. Lorenzo Lotto, an Italian painter of the High Renaissance, was known for his distinctive approach that often diverged from the mainstream Venetian art of his time. His works are characterized by their vivid color palette and intricate attention to detail, which are evident in this painting. Historically, Lotto's portraits are valued for their insight into the personalities and social standings of his subjects, contributing to our understanding of 16th-century Italian society. Despite his considerable talent, Lotto's work was not widely recognized during his lifetime, but he has since been acknowledged as a master of portraiture and religious art.

Description of the work:

Friar Angelo Ferretti as Saint Peter Martyr by Lorenzo Lotto

Created in 1523, Lorenzo Lotto's "Friar Angelo Ferretti as Saint Peter Martyr" is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the High Renaissance style with its detailed realism and expressive character portrayal. The artwork depicts Friar Angelo Ferretti in the guise of Saint Peter Martyr, reflecting Lotto's skill in combining religious iconography with individualized portraiture.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Friar Angelo Ferretti as Saint Peter Martyr