The Life and Legacy of Matteo Ponzone
Matteo Ponzone was a Venetian painter of the Baroque period who was active between 1630 and 1700. Born in Venice, he was a student of Jacopo Palma the Younger and was related to Sante Peranda , who likely served as one of his teachers. During his career, Ponzone was a member of the Fraglia dei Pittori of Venice from 1613 to 1633. His professional life included an interim period of ten years spent in Dalmatia, where he left works in various locations along the coast. In his workshop, he trained several pupils, including Antonio Zanchi , Andrea Celesti , Pietro Negri , and Giovanni Carboncino .
Notable Works and Commissions
Ponzone received significant commissions for churches and public buildings throughout Venice and other regions of the Republic of Venice. His works can be found in several prominent locations, including:
Questions & Answers
What are the birth city and country of Matteo Ponzone?
Matteo Ponzone was born in Venice, in Italy.
In which movements did Matteo Ponzone work?
The movements Matteo Ponzone worked in can be seen on the artist's All Movements page, which groups the artworks by movement.
How many artworks by Matteo Ponzone are available to browse?
You can browse 1 artwork by Matteo Ponzone on the All Artworks page.
By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team
Updated Oct. 16, 2026
