Old World Portraits
Portrait of Cardinal Robertus Bellarminus
Unknown Artist
This dignified 17th-century portrait captures the intellectual and spiritual gravity of Cardinal Robert Bellarmine.
Portrait of Cardinal Baronius
Unknown Artist
1622 · Medium Not Listed
A striking 17th-century portrait of Cardinal Baronius, defined by bold scarlet robes and a contemplative gaze.
$129
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Olive green
About the piece
This 1622 portrait captures Cardinal Baronius with remarkable clarity, emphasizing the rich textures of his ecclesiastical vestments. The vibrant scarlet of his biretta and mozzetta provides a powerful contrast against the deep, dark background, characteristic of formal European Baroque portraiture. The sitter's dignified expression and the masterful handling of the play of light on the fabric make it a commanding piece for a traditional setting.
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