“Portrait of a Gentleman in Red” is a pastel artwork created in 1739 by Rosalba Carriera, a prominent artist associated with the Rococo movement. This elegant portrait, categorized under the genre of portraiture, is currently housed in Ca’ Rezzonico (Museo del Settecento) in Venice, Italy.
The artwork portrays a distinguished gentleman dressed in a red coat, indicative of high social standing and fashion of the time. The subject is adorned with a meticulously rendered white lace cravat, set against the rich, vibrant red of his attire. His face exudes a composed demeanor, framed by softly flowing curls of grey, accentuating his noble appearance. The gentle blending of pastel pigments demonstrates Carriera’s masterful technique and her ability to capture the nuances of texture and light, underscoring her significant role in the Rococo art movement.
