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What are some of the qualities of Mannerism that are reflected in Bronzino's work?

Bronzino's painting such as Venus, Cupid, Folly and Time possesses the intellectual sophistication quality of Mannerism. The painting is not easy to understand and poses many question to the viewers. Unlike the High Renaissance art which focuses on balance and harmony, Brozino's artworks were meticulously-made with much attention to details, which opposes naturalistic quality. It also captures elegance in an unnatural way. Such qualities reflect Mannerism in his art works.

Explanation:

"Agnolo di Cosimo" was an Italian painter who's popularly known as "Bronzino." He lived in Florence and spent training in painting under Pontormo (his teacher). Pontormo was a "Mannerist" painter, thus he was able to influence Bronzino's painting style.

"Mannerism" was a European art style which became popular in the Late Renaissance.