Portrait of a Gentleman c. 1505

Ridolfo Ghirlandaio's "Portrait of a Gentleman" (c. 1505) is a masterful example of High Renaissance portraiture. The sitter, depicted in a dark, somber palette, wears a black hooded cloak and a red undergarment that reveals the influence of Florentine fashion. His stoic expression and the small landscape window in the background contribute to the work's contemplative mood. Ghirlandaio, known for his masterful technique, creates a sense of depth and realism, capturing the sitter's features with precision. The painting resides in the Art Institute of Chicago and remains a notable example of Florentine portraiture.