Portrait of Alessandro de' Medici 1535

Jacopo Pontormo’s "Portrait of Alessandro de' Medici" (1535) depicts the powerful figure of Alessandro de' Medici, a member of the influential Medici family. He is shown standing in a dark room, with his hands resting on a white page. The painting’s focus on subtle details like the light illuminating his face and the composition’s sense of intimacy create an introspective and evocative portrait. Pontormo was a leading figure in the Mannerist movement, and his work is known for its elegance, elongated proportions, and psychological depth.