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Alfonso II d'Este (1533–1597), Duke of Ferrara by Italian (Ferrarese) Painter

Alfonso II d'Este (1533–1597), Duke of Ferrara

Alfonso II d'Este (1533–1597), Duke of Ferrara

The Met

Artist: Italian (Ferrarese) Painter(late 16th century)

Date: late 16th century

Department: Arms and Armor

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 47 x 35 3/4 in. (119.4 x 90.8 cm)

Credit Line: Gift of William H. Riggs, 1913

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Balding man with white beard in elaborate gold and dark armor, a helmet at his side

Detailed Description

A three-quarter length portrait depicts an older man with fair skin, looking directly forward. He has a receding hairline with white hair at the temples, a prominent white mustache, and a full white beard. He wears an elaborate suit of armor, featuring gold-colored metal plates on the shoulders, upper arms, and forearms. The chest and lower body are covered in a dark fabric, possibly velvet, with intricate gold embroidery forming vertical stripes and swirling patterns. A white ruffled collar is visible at his neck. His right hand, with long fingers, rests gently on a gold-colored helmet placed on a red-draped surface to his left. The helmet matches the gold armor, with dark accents and similar decorative patterns. His left hand is positioned on his hip, holding a thin, dark strap that extends downwards. The background is a plain, dark brown or black, providing a stark contrast to the detailed figure. The lighting highlights the man's face and the metallic sheen of the armor.

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