Portrait of Massimiliano StampaSofonisba Anguissola · 1557
Renaissance
1557
Walters Art Museum
Sofonisba Anguissola (1532 – 1625)
Sofonisba Anguissola (1532-1625): Renaissance painter renowned for intimate portraits, striking self-portraits & depictions of family life. A pioneering woman artist who broke barriers!
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About this artwork
- Title: Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa
- Artist: Sofonisba Anguissola
- Year: 1557
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Walters Art Museum
- Movement: Renaissance
- Color intensity: Balanced
Questions & Answers
Did "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" stay in its artist's homeland?
No - the artwork is kept abroad. Sofonisba Anguissola was born in Italy, and the original "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" is held in a museum in United States of America.
When was "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" made?
"Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" dates from 1557. The date places the work within Sofonisba Anguissola's career and its era.
What luminance does "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" by Sofonisba Anguissola have?
"Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" by Sofonisba Anguissola has a soft shadow luminance. Luminance describes how much light the colors appear to reflect.
Is "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" by Sofonisba Anguissola a bright or a dark artwork?
The perceived brightness of "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" by Sofonisba Anguissola is balanced. It can be matched to the light of the intended space.
At what age did Sofonisba Anguissola make "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa"?
When "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" was created in 1557, Sofonisba Anguissola - born in 1532 - was 25 years old.
Does "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" show strong light-dark contrasts?
The light-dark contrast of "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" is recorded as statement. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.
Who created "Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa"?
"Portrait of Massimiliano Stampa" was created by Sofonisba Anguissola. The information on this page describes Sofonisba Anguissola's original work.