In a world where technology is constantly advancing, it's fascinating to imagine how the great masters of the past would have utilized modern tools to create their art. Christian Tagliavini, an artist, architect, and designer, has given us a glimpse of what that might look like in his series "1503".

Inspired by the 16th century Florentine mannerist painter Bronzino, Tagliavini has created a series of portraits that blend the old with the new. He meticulously produces the interiors, clothing, lighting, and makeup for each portrait, and then uses post-production techniques to recreate the exaggerated body proportions that were a hallmark of Bronzino's style. The results are stunning and timeless, a perfect blend of history and the digital age.

But Tagliavini doesn't stop there. In his other series, "1406", "Voyages Extraordinaires", "Carte", "Dame Di Cartone", "Cromofobia" and "Aspettando Freud", he explores other creative angles and reinvents portraiture from multiple perspectives.

In "1406", Tagliavini pays homage to the early Renaissance artist Jan van Eyck and his groundbreaking use of oils. In "Voyages Extraordinaires", he creates surreal and fantastical landscapes that transport the viewer to other worlds. In "Carte", he explores the theme of memory and identity through the use of maps. In "Dame Di Cartone", he brings the medium of cardboard to life through the creation of striking and dynamic portraits. And in "Cromofobia" and "Aspettando Freud", he delves into the realms of color and psychology, respectively.

Each series is a testament to Tagliavini's creativity and his ability to blend different art forms and technologies to create something truly unique. His work is a reminder of the endless possibilities that exist when we combine the past with the present.

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