This is a portrait of a merchant of some sort he has the tools of a merchant
such as a pen,scissors ,money. he is writing a letter to someone the attire he is wearing is Renaissance era
2. Identify (5 points) Aside from the information given, how can you tell that this painting is from the Northern Renaissance? This piece uses advanced oil painting techniques as well as expressive altarpiece art style and realistic details. A clue is also the lack of stone base furniture which is not common in the northern Renaissance era
3. Interpret (5 points) By looking at the title of the painting, his manner of dress, and the objects that surround him, what can you infer or figure out about Georg Gisze? Just from observation this gentleman is a merchant or trader who is in the middle of writing a letter to someone. he could also be a bit of a craftsman
