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Portrait of a Woman, c. 1550 (oil on wood)
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Portrait of a Woman, c. 1550 (oil on wood)
5673781 Portrait of a Woman, c.1550 (oil on wood) by Bronzino, Agnolo di Cosimo (1503-72); 60 x 48.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Bronzino was court painter to Cosimo I de Medici, the Duke of Florence so the sitter showing wealth, status and refinement was likely affiliated with the Medici court. She wears a linen partlet (collar) delicately embroidered in matt stitch); Italian, out of copyright
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Chain Collar Courtier Courtly De Medici Embroidery Florentine Gaze Italian Renaissance Jewelled Luxurious Luxury Mannerism Mannerist Medici Modesty Panel Stare Status Trimming Tuscan Jewels Noble
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of a Woman, c. 1550" is a stunning example of Italian Renaissance artistry. Painted by Bronzino, Agnolo di Cosimo, this oil on wood masterpiece measures 60 x 48.8 cm and is housed in the prestigious Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. The subject of this enigmatic painting exudes an air of wealth, status, and refinement - characteristics often associated with the Medici court. As Bronzino was the court painter to Cosimo I de Medici, it is likely that this woman had close ties to the influential Medici family. Dressed in an exquisite Florentine gown adorned with intricate embroidery and luxurious jewels, she captivates viewers with her piercing gaze. Her linen partlet delicately embroidered in matt stitch adds an extra touch of elegance to her ensemble. Bronzino's attention to detail is evident throughout the artwork - from the delicate lace trimming on her collar to the gold chain around her neck and the jeweled necklace adorning her décolletage. Every brushstroke reflects his mastery over Mannerist techniques that were popular during this period. This portrait not only showcases Bronzino's artistic prowess but also provides us with a glimpse into aristocratic life during 16th-century Italy. It serves as a testament to both beauty and modesty while capturing the essence of Italian Renaissance portraiture at its finest.
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