Portrait of a Young Man; (reverse) Girl Making a Garland

Portrait of a Young Man; (reverse) Girl Making a Garland by Hans Süss von Kulmbach

The painting "Portrait of a Young Man; (reverse) Girl Making a Garland," created in 1513 by Hans Süss von Kulmbach, exemplifies the Northern Renaissance's intricate detail and vibrant use of color. This work, executed in oil on poplar, showcases Kulmbach's adeptness in portraiture and his ability to capture the subtleties of human expression. The dual-sided nature of the painting, with a portrait on one side and a genre scene on the reverse, reflects the period's experimentation with form and narrative. Kulmbach, a pupil of Albrecht Dürer, was instrumental in disseminating the stylistic innovations of the German Renaissance. His works are noted for their meticulous attention to detail and the harmonious blending of Italian and Northern European artistic influences. This painting contributes to our understanding of early 16th-century portraiture and the cultural exchanges between regions during the Renaissance.

"Portrait of a Young Man; (reverse) Girl Making a Garland" by Hans Süss von Kulmbach, created in 1513, is an oil painting on poplar that exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style with its detailed and realistic portrayal of human figures. The artwork features a dual composition, with a portrait of a young man on one side and a depiction of a girl crafting a garland on the reverse, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing both individual likeness and genre scenes.