copia da Diego Velàsquez

This valuable copy reproduces the iconic portrait of Pope Innocent X Phamphilj made by Diego Velázquez, one of the masterpieces of 17th-century papal portraiture. The Pope is portrayed in his typical red robe and cardinal's hat, symbols of his power. The intensity of the facial expression, the accuracy of the details, and the mastery in rendering the papal dress testify to the quality of the copy, which, while maintaining the original structure and composition, presents some small differences in the rendering of light and volumes. The painting reflects the theme of power and solemnity, with careful management of light that emphasizes the features of the central figure. The Pope's left hand holds a cartouche, a symbolic element that represents his administrative power. See historical-scientific and attributive sheet by Franco Paliaga (Florence, 26/01/2018) width cm. 44 height cm. 55