Portraiture: meaning, definitions and examples

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portraiture

 

[ หˆpษ”หr.trษช.tjสŠr ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

art style

Portraiture is a genre of art that focuses on capturing the likeness, personality, and mood of an individual or group. It primarily involves the depiction of faces and expressions, often emphasizing the subject's presence and character. Historically, portraiture has been significant in reflecting social status, cultural identity, and individual achievements. Artists utilize various techniques and mediums, including painting, photography, and sculpture, to create compelling representations that evoke emotional connections.

Synonyms

depiction, likeness, representation.

Examples of usage

  • The museum displayed a beautiful collection of portraiture from the Renaissance period.
  • Photographers often explore portraiture to convey emotions through facial expressions.
  • Her passion for portraiture led her to study the techniques of master artists.

Translations

Translations of the word "portraiture" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น retratos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฟเคคเฅเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Portrรคtmalerei

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ potret

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพั€ั‚ั€ะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ portret

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่‚–ๅƒ็”ป

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท portrait

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ retrato

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท portre

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ดˆ์ƒํ™”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆุฑุชุฑูŠู‡

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ portrรฉt

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ portrรฉt

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‚–ๅƒ็”ป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ portret

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ portrett

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะพั€ั‚ั€ะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ แƒขแƒ แƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ portret

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ retrato

Etymology

The word 'portraiture' originates from the Latin word 'pictura', meaning 'painting' or 'representation', combined with the French word 'portrait', which means 'a likeness of a person'. The term began to gain traction in English in the late 16th century, reflecting the growing importance and appreciation of individual representation in art during the Renaissance. Early portraiture was often commissioned by wealthy patrons to showcase their status and influence, resulting in highly stylized and idealized images. Over time, portraiture evolved to include a wider range of styles and approaches, reflecting changes in societal values and artistic techniques. The inclusion of photography in the 19th century revolutionized portraiture, allowing for more candid and spontaneous representations of subjects, which further transformed the genre. Today, portraiture encompasses a vast array of styles and mediums, continually adapting to contemporary artistic practices and cultural themes.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,329, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.