Profile Portrait of a Young Lady 1465

Antonio del Pollaiolo's "Profile Portrait of a Young Lady" (1465) is a captivating example of Early Renaissance portraiture. The artwork depicts a young woman in a three-quarter profile against a blue background with faint clouds. Her delicate features are rendered with meticulous detail, while the intricate pattern of her rich red and gold garment adds a sense of opulence and sophistication. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of volume and realism, further enhancing the portrait's captivating elegance.