The artwork, titled “Domenico di Jacopo di Matteo, called ‘Becuccio Bicchieraio’,” was created by Andrea del Sarto circa 1520 to 1530. This oil on panel painting, measuring 88 x 67 cm, is a portrait exemplifying the High Renaissance art movement. The artwork is currently housed in the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh, UK.
In the artwork, a man is depicted wearing a dark, voluminous garment and a beret-like hat. He presents a modest expression, which is characteristic of portraits from the High Renaissance period. The background is subdued, consisting of neutral, earthy tones, which serve to emphasize the subject without distraction. On the lower portion of the artwork, there are objects including a small plate and what appear to be fruits, lending a sense of everyday realism to the composition. Andrea del Sarto’s masterful use of light and shadow brings a lifelike quality to the figure, highlighting both his face and the folds of his garment, creating an effect of depth and presence.
