Mannerist
Mannerist is a 16th-century artistic style marked by artificiality, elegance, and a sensuously distorted portrayal of the human figure.
Mannerism, spanning from around 1520 to 1600, refers to the artistic style of followers of Raphael and Michelangelo. While influenced by the Renaissance masters, Mannerist artists, instead of adhering to the harmonious ideals of Raphael and Michelangelo, embraced highly artificial compositions. Their works showcased advanced techniques and skill in manipulating compositional elements to evoke a sense of sophisticated elegance.
This style extended across Europe, influencing the elegant artificiality seen in Elizabethan court painting in Britain. Furthermore, Mannerism left a lasting impact on subsequent artists, including Henry Fuseli.
1 result found for "Mannerist"
Other words in the glossary
Building your collection? We can help.
Your questions, answered
We collaborate with artists to create both limited editions and works on paper.
A limited edition is a set number of similar or identical artworks. The size of the edition denotes the total number of artworks that will ever be made, underscoring their value.
Framing options vary for each piece and are listed on the individual artwork pages. Our standard glazing offer is a minimum 90% UV acrylic plexiglass, or you can upgrade to an anti reflective Optium museum plexiglass.
Yes, 100%. We work directly with our artists to create editions that accurately represent their body of work. Additionally, every artist personally reviews and approves their final editions.
Every artwork is signed or stamped, and individually numbered. You will also receive a stamped and numbered certificate of authenticity.
No—the copyright is not transferred to the purchaser of the edition.
All the ins and outs can be found on our orders and shipping page.
