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Portrait of Giovanni Pico della Mirandola, c. 1560 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Giovanni Pico della Mirandola, c. 1560 (oil on canvas)
5055808 Portrait of Giovanni Pico della Mirandola, c.1560 (oil on canvas) by Altissimo, Cristofano dell (c.1525-1605) (and workshop); 77 x 63 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: Ioan Picus Mirandola (1463-94) was an Italian Renaissance nobleman and humanist philosopher
From the portrait series of Renaissance historian and biographer Paolo Giovio); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22597666
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Copy Di Papi Dignitary Florentine Giovio Humanism Humanist Philosophy Scholar Series
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This portrait print showcases the esteemed figure of Giovanni Pico della Mirandola, a prominent Italian nobleman and humanist philosopher of the Renaissance era. Painted around 1560 by Cristofano dell'Altissimo and his workshop, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 77 x 63 cm and is currently housed in the Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland. Giovanni Pico della Mirandola's intellectual prowess and influence are beautifully captured in this head-and-shoulders depiction. The profile view emphasizes his dignified presence as he gazes into the distance with an air of contemplation. His hat adds a touch of elegance to his appearance, while also symbolizing his status as a scholar. As one of the leading proponents of humanism during this transformative period in history, Pico della Mirandola's contributions to philosophy were profound. This portrait is part of a series commissioned by Paolo Giovio, a renowned Renaissance historian and biographer. Through these portraits, Giovio sought to immortalize influential figures who shaped society during their time. The artist skillfully captures not only Pico della Mirandola's physical likeness but also conveys his intellectual depth through subtle details such as facial expressions and body language. This painting serves as both an artistic marvel and historical document that pays homage to an exceptional individual whose ideas continue to inspire generations even today.
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