Portrait of a Young Man Oil Painting on Board Panel After Giovanni Bellini 14"

Description

Late 20th century oil painting on board after "Portrait of a Young Man" by Giovanni Bellini (original painted circa 1490-1500 and currently housed at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC). Depicts the face of a young man with voluminous brown hair wearing a black robe and cap on a teal-green background. No signature. No frame.

"Giovanni Bellini (c. 1430 – 29 November 1516) was an Italian Renaissance painter, probably the best known of the Bellini family of Venetian painters. He was raised in the household of Jacopo Bellini, formerly thought to have been his father, but now that familial generational relationship is questioned. An older brother, Gentile Bellini, was more highly regarded than Giovanni during his lifetime, but the reverse is true today. His brother-in-law was Andrea Mantegna. Giovanni Bellini was considered to have revolutionized Venetian painting, moving it toward a more sensuous and colouristic style. Through the use of clear, slow-drying oil paints, Giovanni created deep, rich tints and detailed shadings. His sumptuous colouring and fluent, atmospheric landscapes had a great effect on the Venetian painting school, especially on his pupils Giorgione and Titian. The Bellini cocktail is named in his honour.

Condition

Good Overall - Gentle wear

Dimensions

11" x 14.25" (Width x Height)