Margherita Gonzaga (1591–1632), Princess of Mantua

Frans Pourbus the Younger

Created:
Movement:
1622
Baroque
key Notes:
Renaissance Portraiture, Regal Attire
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Dimensions:
36 1/2 × 27 1/4 in. (92.7 × 69.2 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Margherita Gonzaga (1591–1632), Princess of Mantua by Frans Pourbus the Younger

The painting "Margherita Gonzaga (1591–1632), Princess of Mantua" was created in 1622 by Frans Pourbus the Younger, a prominent Flemish portraitist known for his detailed and realistic depictions of European nobility. This work, executed in oil on canvas, exemplifies Pourbus's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the opulence of his subjects' attire, reflecting the wealth and status of the Gonzaga family. Pourbus's portraits are significant for their contribution to the visual documentation of European aristocracy during the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods. The artist's career was marked by his service to several European courts, including those of Mantua, Brussels, and Paris, where he became a favored portraitist of the elite. His work is characterized by a refined technique and a keen eye for the subtleties of fabric and texture, which are evident in this portrait of Margherita Gonzaga. This painting not only serves as a historical record of its subject but also highlights the cultural and political connections between European courts during the early 17th century.

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Margherita Gonzaga (1591–1632), Princess of Mantua by Frans Pourbus the Younger

This oil on canvas portrait, created in 1622 by Frans Pourbus the Younger, exemplifies the Baroque style with its detailed depiction of Margherita Gonzaga's opulent attire and regal demeanor. The painting is notable for its meticulous attention to texture and the luxurious representation of fabrics, characteristic of Pourbus's work during his time at the Mantuan court.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Margherita Gonzaga (1591–1632), Princess of Mantua