Portrait of Alvise Contarini(?); (verso) A Tethered Roebuck

Jacometto (Jacometto Veneziano)

Created:
Movement:
1500
Renaissance
key Notes:
Duality of Composition, Venetian Portraiture
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Dimensions:
Overall 4 5/8 x 3 3/8 in. ; recto, painted surface 4 1/8 x 3 1/8 in.; verso, painted surface 4 3/8 x 3 1/8 in.
medium:
Oil on wood; verso: oil and gold on wood
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Expert
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Portrait of Alvise Contarini(?); (verso) A Tethered Roebuck

The painting "Portrait of Alvise Contarini(?); (verso) A Tethered Roebuck" by Jacometto Veneziano, created around 1500, exemplifies the Venetian Renaissance's intricate portraiture and symbolic imagery. The use of oil on wood, with the verso incorporating oil and gold, highlights the artist's mastery in combining rich textures and luxurious materials. Jacometto Veneziano, active during the late 15th century, was known for his detailed and expressive portraits, contributing significantly to the development of Venetian art. The dual-sided nature of the work, featuring a portrait on one side and a roebuck on the other, suggests a complex narrative or symbolic meaning, typical of the period's artistic exploration. This painting reflects the cultural and artistic milieu of Venice, where portraiture was a means of asserting identity and status. Jacometto's work remains a testament to the technical skill and innovative spirit of Renaissance artists.

Description of the work:

Portrait of Alvise Contarini(?); (verso) A Tethered Roebuck

This artwork by Jacometto Veneziano, created in 1500, features a dual composition with a portrait on the recto and a roebuck on the verso, executed in oil on wood with the verso incorporating gold. The painting exemplifies the Venetian Renaissance style, characterized by its detailed realism and rich use of color, and is part of the collection at the National Gallery in London.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Portrait of Alvise Contarini(?); (verso) A Tethered Roebuck