Husband and Wife 1523

"Husband and Wife" is a portrait painting by the Italian Renaissance artist Lorenzo Lotto, painted in 1523. The painting features a married couple posed before a rich red rug, the man seated with his hand resting on the rug, and the woman standing with a small dog in her lap. The couple is portrayed with a calm and dignified expression, their wealth and status suggested by their fine clothing and the opulent surroundings. The work is a prime example of Lotto’s mastery of portraiture and his ability to capture the individuality of his subjects. "Husband and Wife" is on display at the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia.