The Moor King (detail)Gaudenzio Ferrari · 1544

  • Creation date1544
  • MuseumPinacoteca di Brera

Gaudenzio Ferrari (1475 – 1546)

An influential figure of the Italian Renaissance, Gaudenzio Ferrari mastered emotive frescoes like St Anne Consoled by a Woman to create profound spiritual narratives that continue to captivate art lovers today.

Pinacoteca di Brera (Milan, Italy)

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About this artwork

  • Title: The Moor King (detail)
  • Artist: Gaudenzio Ferrari
  • Year: 1544
  • Format: Tall
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Pinacoteca di Brera
  • Color intensity: Balanced
  • Perceived brightness: balanced

Questions & Answers

Does the copyright of "The Moor King (detail)" by Gaudenzio Ferrari allow reproductions?

The original "The Moor King (detail)" is at the Pinacoteca di Brera, and the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired.

When was "The Moor King (detail)" made?

"The Moor King (detail)" by Gaudenzio Ferrari was created in 1544.

How intense are the colors in "The Moor King (detail)" by Gaudenzio Ferrari?

The color intensity of "The Moor King (detail)" is balanced. Intensity describes how strong the colors appear.

What is the color identity of "The Moor King (detail)" by Gaudenzio Ferrari?

"The Moor King (detail)" by Gaudenzio Ferrari uses an earthy palette, with espresso (#664b37) as the dominant color.

At what age did Gaudenzio Ferrari make "The Moor King (detail)"?

When "The Moor King (detail)" was created in 1544, Gaudenzio Ferrari - born in 1475 - was 69 years old.

What orientation does "The Moor King (detail)" by Gaudenzio Ferrari have?

The format of "The Moor King (detail)" is tall. This is useful when planning where a reproduction will be placed.

Who created "The Moor King (detail)"?

"The Moor King (detail)" is attributed to Gaudenzio Ferrari.

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