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The unknown subject looks directly at the viewer. Dressed in a coat that almost entirely disappears into the darkness of the background, he holds the fur trimming with his left hand to keep the coat closed. Tintoretto uses this trick to distance the subject from the viewer despite the direct eye contact. He gives the man’s skin a tone that corresponds with his dark-red shirt and emphasises the varied structure and quality of his hair and beard. With simple compositional means and striking illumination, Tintoretto gives his aged subject a strong presence, individuality and “spiritual beauty”, a quality that is increasingly found in Tintoretto’s late portraits. Contrary to long-held assumptions, the painting is now ascribed to Tintoretto himself and no longer to his son Domenico. It owes its popularity in Austria not least to the role it played as a persistently recurring motif in Thomas Bernhard’s comedy

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Which museum holds the original "Man with a White Beard"?

The original "Man with a White Beard" by Jacopo Robusti is held at the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.

How can I view "Man with a White Beard" by Jacopo Robusti as a slideshow?

"Man with a White Beard" by Jacopo Robusti can be viewed as a slideshow on the artwork's Diaporama page.

Is "Man with a White Beard" more bright or more dark overall?

"Man with a White Beard" by Jacopo Robusti is recorded as deep_shadow, with a dark luminance.

Artist Biography

early life and training

jacopo robusti, also known as tintoretto, was an italian painter identified with the venetian school. he was born in venice in 1518 and his father was a dyer. tintoretto is known to have had at least one sibling, a brother named domenico robusti. he is believed to have originated from brescia, in lombardy, then part of the republic of venice.

artistic style and influences

tintoretto's artistic style was characterized by his bold brushwork and inventiveness in composition. he was influenced by the works of michelangelo, but ultimately spent most of his career rejecting the high renaissance style with his own approach.

notable works

saint george and the dragon (158 x 100 cm, national gallery, london, oil on canvas), a painting that showcases tintoretto's unique ability to capture the essence of a place.
mary with the child, venerated by two evangelists (160 x 228 cm, canvas), a work that demonstrates tintoretto's mastery of light and shadow.
christ carried to the tomb (scottish national gallery, edinburgh, oil on canvas), a painting that exemplifies tintoretto's boldness and inventiveness in composition.

museums and collections

tintoretto's works can be found in various museums around the world, including the gallerie dell'accademia (venezia, italy), the national gallery (london, united kingdom), and the scottish national gallery (edinburgh, scotland).

legacy

tintoretto remains one of the most prolific italian painters of the venetian school, known for his bold brushwork and inventiveness in composition. his legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike.

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Jacopo Robusti

1518 - 1594 , Italy

Quick Facts

Full Name: Jacopo Robusti Tintoretto
Nationality: Italian
Date Of Birth: 1518
Date Of Death: 1594
Place Of Birth: Venice, Italy
Notable Artworks:
- The Worship of Venus
- Assumption of the Virgin
- Last Supper (San Giorgio Maggiore)
- Origin of the Milky Way
Artistic Movement Or Style: Late Renaissance, Mannerism, Venetian school
Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
- Titian
- Michelangelo
- Giovanni Francesco Caroto
Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Paolo Veronese']