Design for a SaltcellarGiulio Romano · 1524

  • Art movementMannerism
  • Creation date1524

Giulio Romano (1499 – 1546)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Design for a Saltcellar
  • Artist: Giulio Romano
  • Year: 1524
  • Format: Panoramic
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Movement: Mannerism
  • Main color: Putty
  • Keywords: renaissance art, fine art prints”, “woodcut print”
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
  • Perceived brightness: brilliant

Questions & Answers

What color leads the composition of "Design for a Saltcellar" by Giulio Romano?

The dominant color of "Design for a Saltcellar" by Giulio Romano is putty (#dbc9ac).

When was "Design for a Saltcellar" made?

"Design for a Saltcellar" dates from 1524. The date places the work within Giulio Romano's career and its era.

What was Giulio Romano's age when "Design for a Saltcellar" was created?

Giulio Romano was 25 years old when creating "Design for a Saltcellar" in 1524. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1499.

Which artist is "Design for a Saltcellar" attributed to?

"Design for a Saltcellar" was created by Giulio Romano. The information on this page describes Giulio Romano's original work.

Does "Design for a Saltcellar" show strong light-dark contrasts?

The light-dark contrast of "Design for a Saltcellar" is recorded as serene. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.

Who made "Design for a Saltcellar", and when?

"Design for a Saltcellar" was created by Giulio Romano in 1524.

What does the 1524 date of "Design for a Saltcellar" correspond to in Giulio Romano's career?

Given its 1524 date, "Design for a Saltcellar" falls in Giulio Romano's Mannerism.

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