Portrait of Lucrezia de' Medici 1560

"Portrait of Lucrezia de' Medici" is a 1560 oil painting by Agnolo Bronzino, a prominent Italian Mannerist painter. This striking portrait captures the elegance and refinement of the sitter, Lucrezia, a member of the influential Medici family. The painting showcases Bronzino's mastery of detail, evident in the intricate embroidery on Lucrezia's dress, the delicate pearls adorning her neck, and the subtle play of light and shadow across her face. This work reflects the artistic trends of the 16th century, emphasizing idealized beauty and an air of aristocratic aloofness. The painting is currently housed at the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh, NC.