Portrait of the castrato Gaetano Caffarelli

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"Portrait of the castrato Gaetano Caffarelli" is an 18th-century artwork by the Italian artist Pier Leone Ghezzi. Known for his caricatures and portraits, Ghezzi was a prominent figure in the Roman art scene, and his works often reflect the cultural and social milieu of his time. The portrait in question depicts Gaetano Majorano, better known by his stage name Caffarelli, who was one of the most famous castrati singers of the 18th century. Castrati were male singers who were castrated before puberty to preserve their high-pitched voices, and they played a significant role in the operatic tradition of the Baroque and Classical periods.

The portrait is notable for capturing the dual nature of Caffarelli's public persona: the celebrated virtuoso with a formidable reputation for his vocal prowess, and the private individual known for his temperamental and sometimes controversial behavior. Ghezzi's work is characterized by a blend of realism and gentle satire, which is evident in this portrait through the artist's attention to the physical features and the possible subtle exaggeration of Caffarelli's expressive qualities.

While the exact date of the portrait's creation is not firmly established, it is believed to have been produced during the height of Caffarelli's career, which spanned from the 1720s to the 1750s. The artwork serves as an important historical document, providing insight into the aesthetics and societal values of the time, as well as the celebrity culture surrounding opera stars in the pre-modern era.

The portrait is executed in ink and wash, a medium that Ghezzi frequently employed in his caricatures, allowing for both precision and fluidity in the depiction of his subjects. The artwork's current location and ownership are not widely publicized, but it remains a significant piece within the oeuvre of Pier Leone Ghezzi and a valuable reference for those studying the history of music, performance, and visual satire.

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