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Portrait of a Man, c1475, (1909). Artist: Antonello da Messina
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Portrait of a Man, c1475, (1909). Artist: Antonello da Messina
Portrait of a Man, c1475, (1909). Painting held at The National Gallery, London. From The National Gallery, Vol. One [T. C. & E. C. Jack, London and Edinburgh, 1909]
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Antonello Da Messina Black Background Distrust Distrustful Egg Tempera Jack Messina National Gallery On Wood Suspicion Suspicious Tc And Ec Tc And Ec Jack
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of a Man" is a remarkable piece created by the talented Italian artist Antonello da Messina in approximately 1475. The painting, now held at The National Gallery in London, showcases the masterful technique and attention to detail that defined the Renaissance period. The subject of this enigmatic artwork is an unidentified man with a striking presence. His face, framed by a stylish hat and adorned with a well-groomed moustache, exudes an air of suspicion and distrust. Set against a black background, his direct gaze pierces through the centuries, leaving viewers intrigued by his thoughts and secrets. Antonello da Messina's use of egg tempera on wood brings out rich colors and textures in this composition. The warm tones of brown dominate the man's clothing while touches of red add vibrancy to his attire. Every brushstroke reveals the artist's skillful rendering of fabric folds and intricate details such as buttons. As we admire this print collector's reproduction from 1909, we are transported back to both the fifteenth century when it was originally painted and early twentieth-century London when it was documented for posterity. This image serves as a testament to how art can transcend time and continue to captivate audiences across different eras.
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