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Portrait of Bia de Medici, c. 1542 (tempera on panel)
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Portrait of Bia de Medici, c. 1542 (tempera on panel)
XAL227146 Portrait of Bia de Medici, c.1542 (tempera on panel) by Bronzino, Agnolo (1503-72); 63x48 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Bianca de Medici (c.1536-42) illegitimate daughter of Cosimo de Medici; portrait commissioned after she died from a fever at about the age of six; ); Italian, out of copyright
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Medicis Pearls Puff Sleeves Young Girl
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Portrait of Bia de Medici, c. 1542 - A Glimpse into the Tragic Beauty of a Young Medicis Heiress
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. This portrait, created by the renowned Italian artist Agnolo Bronzino in 1542, offers a poignant glimpse into the short-lived life of Bia de Medici. Painted with delicate tempera on panel, this masterpiece measures 63x48 cm and is currently housed in the prestigious Galleria degli Uffizi in Florence, Italy. Bianca de Medici, an illegitimate daughter of Cosimo de Medici, was tragically taken from this world at the tender age of six due to a fever. This exquisite portrait was commissioned shortly after her untimely passing as a way to immortalize her youthful innocence and beauty forever. Bronzino's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke; he captures Bia's ethereal charm through her luminous complexion and piercing gaze. Adorned with pearls and wearing puff sleeves that accentuate her youthfulness, she sits gracefully while donning an elegant necklace. The three-quarter length composition allows us to witness Bia's serene presence as she gazes directly at us - perhaps inviting us into her world for just a moment. Despite being painted over four centuries ago, this timeless artwork continues to captivate viewers with its emotional depth and artistic brilliance. As we contemplate this enchanting portrayal of young Bia de Medici seated before us
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