The Portrait of an Unknown Sailor by Antonello da Messina is one of the supreme masterpieces of Renaissance portraiture. The man is depicted half-length, against a dark background, his face lit by a sharp light that brings out his realistic features. The famous faint smile and direct gaze create a strong psychological bond with the viewer.
The simple clothing and dark headgear suggest a man of non-noble origins, probably a sailor. The masterly use of oil painting, of Flemish derivation, allows a meticulous rendering of the skin and an intense expressive vitality, anticipating the modernity of the individual portrait.
Unique quality material
Print on handmade Amalfi paper Sheet size: 29 x 42 cm (11.4 x 16.5 in) With frame: 31 x 44 cm (12.2 x 17.3 in) Material: artwork printed on very fine handmade Amalfi paper with deckled edges Frame: light brown beech wood and wood pulp, handmade
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY
The artwork comes with a certificate of authenticity, also on Amalfi paper, signed by the craftsman who made the print.
Come nasce una riproduzione su carta di Amalfi, com'è fatta la cornice, cos'è il vetro museale, quanto tempo serve per la spedizione e come funzionano i resi: abbiamo raccolto tutte le risposte in un'unica pagina.
