Matteo Rosselli: A Florentine Master of Grand Manner Matteo Rosselli (1578 – 1650) stands as a pivotal figure in the artistic landscape of Florence during the late Mannerism and burgeoning Baroque periods. He wasn’t merely a painter; he was a storyteller, capturing monumental historical narratives with breathtaking detail and dramatic flair—a hallmark of what historians termed “grand manner.” His legacy resides not only in his prolific output but also in his contribution to shaping Florentine artistic identity. ### Early Life and Training Born in Florence around 1578, Rosselli’s formative…