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Ντούτσιο ντι Μπουονινσένια 1255–1319
Ιταλιάνος From Σιένα Σιενέζικη Σχολή, Γοτθικό Τρεκέντο On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages
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If you remember one Gothic καλλιτέχνης, make it Ντούτσιο ντι Μπουονινσένια (1255–1319), the name behind Rucellai Madonna και Η Μεστά (Μαρία η Θεοτόκος με Αγγέλους και Αγίους). After that come Σιμόνε Μαρτίνι, Τζεντίλε ντα Φαμπριάνο, Πιζανέλλο και Στέφαν Λόχνερ. Our 38 picks go from Μάστερ Ματέο (born 1161) to Jan Baegert (born 1465), from 9 countries.
How we picked them. We list the artists our catalogue links to Gothic, from the most famous down. Artists born after 1955 that we cannot yet check on Wikidata are left out. The Wikipedia number shows in how many of our 32 languages Wikipedia writes about them.
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Ιταλιάνος From Σιένα Σιενέζικη Σχολή, Γοτθικό Τρεκέντο On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός From Σιένα Διεθνής Γοτθική Τέχνη On Wikipedia in 28 of 32 languages
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Ιταλία From Φαμπριάνο Διεθνής Γοτθική Τέχνη On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages
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Ιταλία From Πίζα Γοτθική τέχνη και Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση On Wikipedia in 28 of 32 languages
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Γερμανός From Μέερσμπουργκ Ύστερη Γοτθική, Διεθνής Γοτθική On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός From Φλωρεντία Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages
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Italian From Σιένα International Gothic On Wikipedia in 22 of 32 languages
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Ολλανδική From Νάιμεγκεν Διεθνές Γοτικό στυλ On Wikipedia in 21 of 32 languages
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Italian From Φλωρεντία Gothic, Early Renaissance On Wikipedia in 20 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός From Βενετία Βυζαντινή επιρροή & Γοτθική τέχνη On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός From Φλωρεντία Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages
Loggia del Bigallo, Φλωρεντία: Εξερευνήστε την τέχνη του 14ου αιώνα και ιστορικά τεχνούργημα από την Compagnia del Bigallo, συμπεριλαμβανομένων έργων των Arnoldi & Daddi. Ένα μοναδικό Φλωρεντινό διαμάντι! Bernardo Daddi - Getty Museum: Εξερευνήστε τη συλλογή του J. Paul Getty Museum στο Getty Center και τη Getty Villa.
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Ιταλιάνος From Αρέτσο Γέφυρα μεταξύ της σχολής του Τζότο και της Σιενέτικης σχολής On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages
Born into a family of Florentine goldsmiths, his true name was Spinello Di Luca Spinelli, but he became known to history by the moniker "Aretino," signifying his connection to Arezzo.
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Italian From Φλωρεντία Gothic-Late Gothic
Andrea di Cione, known to history by the evocative moniker Orcagna, stands as one of the most influential figures in Florentine art during the mid-14th century—a period marked by a fascinating confluence of Gothic and Late Gothic artistic traditions. Born around 1308 in the heart of Florence, he emerged from a family deeply rooted in the city's prestigious artisan culture.
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Ισπανός Ρομανική Γλυπτική
Master Mateo, a sculptor whose name remains shrouded in mystery despite his monumental contribution to the Catedral de Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, stands as one of the most revered figures of Romanesque art in Spain. Born around 1161 in Galicia, though precise details about his life are scarce, Mateo’s legacy rests primarily on his unparalleled achievement: the Portico de la Gloria.
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Ιταλός From Σαντ Σελονί Διεθνές Γοτικό Στυλ On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages
In the shadowy corridors of art history, where names have been swallowed by the passage of centuries, the Master of the Codex of Saint George remains one of the most captivating enigmas of the fourteenth century. Active approximately between 1320 and 1330, this anonymous creator breathed life into sacred texts, transforming vellum into a window of divine revelation.
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Ολλανδική (Νε덜λανδική) From Ναϊμέχεν Διεθνές Γοτθικό στυλ On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages
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Γερμανός From Η Heiligenstadt Ύστερος Γοτθικός & Αναγέννηση
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Ολλανδός From Ζούτφεν Γοτϊκή Αναγέννηση On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages
Johannes Francke, known as Frater Francke, stands as a pivotal figure in the burgeoning artistic landscape of 15th-century Germany – specifically within the vibrant Gothic tradition of Hamburg. Early Life and Training: Precise information regarding Francke's formative years is scarce.
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Italian From Φλωρεντία Gothic On Wikipedia in 7 of 32 languages
Born in Florence sometime between 1320 and 1330, he emerged from a family deeply rooted in artistic tradition—his three elder brothers, Andrea di Cione (Orcagna), Nardo di Cione, and Matteo di Cione—were themselves accomplished painters, establishing a lineage of creative excellence.
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Catalan From Μπαλς Late Gothic, Flemish influence On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages
Between 1440 and 1445, his hand reached into the workshops of Zaragoza and Tarragona, where he encountered the influential Flemish style brought by Luis Dalmau. His ability to command both scale and detail is evident in his diverse body of work: The Archangel St Michael: A celestial sentinel rendered with heroic posture, framed by stylized foliage and a radiant, textured gold leaf that seems to emanate an inner light.
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Γερμανός From Βάιλ ντερ Στάτ Γοτθική Τέχνη της Μετα= On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages
Lukas Moser, a name perhaps unfamiliar to many outside the circles of art history, represents a pivotal figure in the transition from the International Gothic style to the burgeoning realism that would characterize early Renaissance painting.
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Γερμανός From Μίνδεν Διεθνές Γοτικό On Wikipedia in 13 of 32 languages
Born in Minden, Germany, around 1345 and passing away in Hamburg circa 1415, Master Bertram remains a captivating figure within the history of European art. Often referred to as Meister Bertram or Master of Minden, he stands as a pivotal artist bridging the International Gothic style with the nascent trends of the early Renaissance in Northern Europe.
Works to know · Their 100 best-known works · Μάστερ Μπέρτραμ αναπαραστάσεις
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Spanish Gothic-Italian
Pere Serra, also known as Jaume Serra, stands as a compelling figure in the transition from the International Gothic style to the burgeoning Renaissance aesthetic within Catalonia. Born around 1357 and passing away in 1406, his life coincided with a period of significant artistic and cultural change across Europe, yet he maintained a distinctly Catalan sensibility throughout his career.
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Ιταλός From Σαν Κουίρικο ντ'Όρτσα Φυσικισμός, Πρωτοαναγέννηση On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages
Works to know · Their 100 best-known works · Πάολο Ντι Τζιοβάννι Φέι αναπαραστάσεις
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Italian From Milan Gothic Illuminations
Giovannino de’ Grassi remains one of the most captivating enigmas of the late medieval period, a figure whose brushstrokes breathed life into the prestigious Visconti court of Milan. He operated in an era where the transition from the rigid structures of the Middle Ages to the burgeoning naturalism of the early Renaissance was beginning to stir, and de’ Grassim stood at the very heart of this aesthetic evolution.
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Catalan From Girona International Gothic On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
A pioneer who fundamentally reshaped the visual language of Catalonia, Borrassà emerged from the historic streets of Girona to become a master of the International Gothic style. The foundations of Borrassá’s mastery were laid in his youth, likely under the guidance of his father, Honorat Borrassà, a fellow painter.
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Italian From Venice International Gothic On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages
In the heart of fifteenth-century Venice, a city defined by its shimmering lagoons and unparalleled maritime wealth, the artistry of Michele Giambono emerged as a luminous bridge between the medieval past and the dawning Renaissance. As a follower of luminaries such as Jacobello del Fiore and Gentile da Fabriano, Giambono inherited a fascination with delicate line work and the use of precious materials to evoke the celestial realm.
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Ιταλικός From Φλωρεντία Ύστερος Γοτθικός/Επανάσταση On Wikipedia in 7 of 32 languages
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Τσεχική From Ιταλία Γοτθικό On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages
Master Theoderic, known in Latin as Magister Theodoricus, was a Czech painter who left a clear mark on the Gothic era. He was active between approximately 1360 and 1380, a period when his presence in the Bohemian court was well-documented. He served as the favourite court painter of Charles IV, the Holy Roman Emperor.
See them at This space holds the weight of his most significant decorative program.
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Ιταλός From Φλωρεντία Ύστερη Γοτθική περίοδος On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages
Carlino και το Τριπτύχο της Βάπτισης του Χριστού, που δημιουργήθηκε αρχικά για έναν βωμό στο μοναστήρι των Camaldolese του S.
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Ιταλός From Φλωρεντία Γοτική Τέχνη On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
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German Late Gothic On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages
The earliest evidence of his workshop dates back to around 1463, with the completion of a series of eight panels for the Ursulakirche (Ursuline Church) in Cologne. These scenes – including the Annunciation, Visitation, Nativity, Presentation in the Temple, Flight into Egypt, and various episodes from Mary’s childhood and later life – quickly established his reputation.
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From Wesel Late Gothic On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages
By 1492, Jan Baegert was recognized as a master in Kalkar, a significant milestone that confirmed his ability to manage large-scale commissions independently. Following the death of his father in 1502, Jan Baegert took over the family business in Wesel.
See them at Tracing the physical remains of Jan Baegert’s output requires looking toward the Westphalian and Lower Rhine regions.
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Italian Late Gothic On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
He was born around 1405 in Siena, likely into a family involved in the production of dyes—a profession reflected in his surname, “ di Pietro ” (of Peter).
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Austrian International Gothic On Wikipedia in 5 of 32 languages
The earliest known works attributed to the Master are diptychs – two-panel paintings – discovered at the Cistercian Abbey of Heiligenkreuz in southeastern Austria. The left panel depicts the Annunciation, showcasing the Virgin Mary receiving the news of her divine conception, while the reverse portrays the Madonna and Child – a tender scene brimming with serenity.
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| Ιταλία | 19 |
|---|---|
| Ολλανδία | 4 |
| Ισπανία | 4 |
| Γερμανία | 3 |
| Italy | 2 |
| Germany | 2 |
| Η Γερμανία | 1 |
| Spain | 1 |
| 12thος thếχνου | 1 |
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| 13thος thếχνου | 6 |
| 14thος thếχνου | 22 |
| 15thος thếχνου | 5 |
| Μετροπολιτικό Μουσείο Τέχνης | 8 |
|---|---|
| Galleria degli Uffizi | 4 |
| Μουσείο Isabella Stewart Gardner | 3 |
| Εθνική Πινακοθήκη Λονδίνου | 3 |
| Μουσείο της Όπερας του Δουόμο | 2 |
| Μουσείο Wallraf-Richartz | 2 |
| Μουσεία Τέχνης του Χάρβαρντ | 2 |
| Εθνική Πινακοθήκη Τέχνης | 2 |
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Ντούτσιο ντι Μπουονινσένια (#1) βρίσκεται στην πρώτη θέση σε αυτή την κατάταξη, ακολουθούμενος από τον Σιμόνε Μαρτίνι (#2) και τον Τζεντίλε ντα Φαμπριάνο (#3).
Ντούτσιο ντι Μπουονινσένια (#1), Σιμόνε Μαρτίνι (#2), Τζεντίλε ντα Φαμπριάνο (#3), Πιζανέλλο (#4) και Στέφαν Λόχνερ (#5).
Ιταλία: 19 από τα 38 καλλιτέχνες σε αυτή τη λίστα γεννήθηκαν εκεί, ενώ τα Ολλανδία (4) και Ισπανία (4) γεννήθηκαν αλλού.
Οι καλλιτέχνες με την υψηλότερη κατάταξη που γεννήθηκαν στο Ιταλία είναι οι Ντούτσιο ντι Μπουονινσένια (#1), Σιμόνε Μαρτίνι (#2), Τζεντίλε ντα Φαμπριάνο (#3), Πιζανέλλο (#4) και Ταντέο Γκάντι (#6).
Ο παλαιότερος καλλιτέχνης σε αυτή τη λίστα είναι ο Μάστερ Ματέο (#16), γεννημένος το 1161.
Τα μουσεία που διαθέτουν τα περισσότερα σημαντικά έργα από αυτή τη λίστα είναι τα Μετροπολιτικό Μουσείο Τέχνης (8), Galleria degli Uffizi (4) και Μουσείο Isabella Stewart Gardner (3).
Φλωρεντία: 8 από τα καλλιτέχνες σε αυτή τη λίστα γεννήθηκαν εκεί.
“In his early years, he worked within the bustling workshops of Florence, contributing to monumental works such as frescoes in the church of the Carmine and Santa Maria Novella.” — από τη βιογραφία του Σπινέλο Αρετίνο (#13).
Οι περισσότεροι καλλιτέχνες σε αυτή τη λίστα γεννήθηκαν κατά την περίοδο 14thος thếχνου (22 από 38), μεταξύ 1161 και 1465 συνολικά.
Ο κατάλογός μας περιλαμβάνει 1,687 έργα από αυτούς τους καλλιτέχνες. Κάθε έργο είναι διαθέσιμο είτε ως χειροποίητη αναπαραγωγή σε λάδι είτε ως εκτύπωση.
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