Portinari Triptych (detail) (c.1475) by Hugo van der Goes

Portinari Triptych (detail) - Hugo van der Goes - c.1475

Artwork Information

TitlePortinari Triptych (detail)
ArtistHugo van der Goes
Datec.1475
Mediumoil,panel
Art MovementNorthern Renaissance
Current LocationUffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy

About Portinari Triptych (detail)

The artwork titled “Portinari Triptych (detail)” was created by the esteemed artist Hugo van der Goes around the year 1475. This piece, executed in oil on a panel, is a representation of the Northern Renaissance art movement and falls under the genre of religious painting. It is part of the “Portinari Altarpiece” series and is currently housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.

In this detail of the “Portinari Triptych,” we observe a portrait with an astonishing level of realism. The subject’s face is rendered with meticulous attention to detail, showcasing van der Goes’ exceptional skill in capturing human expressions and textures. The use of light and shadow enhances the three-dimensionality of the figure, and the subtle gradation of tones contributes to the lifelike quality of the skin. The hair, depicted with fine brushwork, frames the face and adds depth to the composition. The background is kept simple, allowing the viewer to focus entirely on the subject, who exhibits a serene and contemplative expression.

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