Portrait of a Man in White

Monogrammist LAM

Created:
Movement:
1574
Mannerism
key Notes:
Renaissance attire, enigmatic expression
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Dimensions:
16 1/8 x 9 1/2 in. (41 x 24.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Portrait of a Man in White," created in 1574 by the Monogrammist LAM, is a notable example of 16th-century portraiture, characterized by its detailed rendering and the use of light to highlight the subject's features. The identity of the sitter remains unknown, and the artist's biography is largely unrecorded, contributing to the painting's intrigue within the context of Northern European art of the period.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of a Man in White," created by Monogrammist LAM in 1574, features a male figure dressed in a white garment, which contrasts with a dark background that enhances the subject's prominence. The use of oil on wood allows for a rich texture and depth, highlighting the meticulous attention to detail in the sitter's facial features and attire.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Portrait of a Man in White