The artwork titled “Old Man with a Young Boy” is a distinguished piece by Domenico Ghirlandaio, created circa 1490. Rendered in tempera on wood, this Early Renaissance portrait measures 62 x 46 cm. The artwork is housed in the Louvre Museum, Paris, France.
The artwork depicts an elderly man with characteristically aged features, adorned in a red garment. He is accompanied by a young boy, who gazes up at him with visible affection and innocence. The backdrop includes a window, through which a serene landscape with mountains and trees is visible, adding depth to the piece. The artist’s adept use of color, light, and detail emphasizes the emotional connection between the figures and demonstrates Ghirlandaio’s mastery of portraiture during the Early Renaissance period.
