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Alessandro Varotari Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Alessandro Varotari our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Alessandro Varotari · 1588 – 1649

The Madonna with Design of a Shrine by Alessandro Varotari, 1630

1630 · Santa Maria della Salute, Venice

Experience the serene beauty of 'The Madonna with Design of a Shrine' by Padovanino (1588-1649). This exquisite 17th-century Italian painting captures divine grace and devotion, showcasing Titian’s influence in a masterful narrative.

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Art Movement: Late Mannerism/Early Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Judith with the head of Holofernes by Alessandro Varotari, 1636

1636 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 112.0 x 85.0cm

This dramatic Baroque oil painting by Padovanino depicts Judith with the head of Holofernes. Discover this powerful masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Graces and Cupids, 1620, Alessandro Varotari

1620 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 222.0 x 160.0cm

This lush Baroque oil painting by Padovanino depicts graceful mythological figures. Discover the beauty of this masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Allegory

Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 95.0 x 127.0cm

This Baroque oil painting by Alessandro Varotari features dramatic chiaroscuro. Discover the beauty of this allegorical masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Judith, 1640, Alessandro Varotari

1640 · Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden, Dresden · original 132.0 x 96.0cm

This dramatic Baroque portrait of Judith by Alessandro Varotari captures intense emotion. Explore this masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery by Alessandro Varotari, 1630

1630 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 138.0 x 234.0cm

This dramatic Baroque oil painting by Alessandro Varotari captures intense emotional tension. Explore this masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Portrait of a Lady with a Vase by Alessandro Varotari, 1640

1640 · Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden, Dresden · original 99.5 x 87.0cm

This elegant Baroque oil portrait by Alessandro Varotari captures a lady with a crimson vase. Discover the timeless beauty of this masterpiece.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Vanitas

Accademia di San Luca, Rome

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Justice and Peace by Alessandro Varotari, 1649

1649 · Pinacoteca Querini Stampalia, Venice

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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allegorical female, half-nude – Alessandro Varotari

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Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Cupid with Roses

1624 · Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster · original 100.0 x 50.0cm

Color Palette: Dark

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Miracle of St Dominic

Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo, Venice

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Mars and Venus at the chess (1635) by Alessandro Varotari

1635

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Cornelia mother of the Gracchi by Alessandro Varotari, 1620

1620 · Museum of 18th-century Venice, Venice

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Samson and Delilah – Alessandro Varotari

original 96 x 121 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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A Variant of the D'Avalos Allegory (after Titian) by Alessandro Varotari

1624 · original 111.8 x 139.7cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Cornelia and her Sons

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Madonna and child, and the angel tobia by Alessandro Varotari

Royal Collection, London

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Europa and the Bull – Alessandro Varotari

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Susanna and the Elder – Alessandro Varotari

The National Museum of Art of Romania, Bucharest

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Trittico di Sant'Andrea – Alessandro Varotari

1631

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Alessandro Varotari: The Adulteress before Christ

Gemäldegalerie, Berlin

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Ceres with Two Putti

Museum of 18th-century Venice, Venice

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Venus and Mars Surprised by Vulcan

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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Orpheus Enchanting the Animals – Alessandro Varotari

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Popularity: No. 25 of 34 artworks by Alessandro Varotari
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The artist

Alessandro Varotari

1588 – 1649

Quick facts

Top 3 worksThe Madonna with Design of a Shrine, Judith with the head of Holofernes, Graces and Cupids
Died1649
Art periodEarly Modern
Works on APS34
Typical colorsearthy
Top-ranked workThe Madonna with Design of a Shrine
Museums on APSThe National Museum of Art of Romania, Kunsthistorisches Museum, Santa Maria della Salute, Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden, Accademia di San Luca
Emotional tonedramatic

Biography

Alessandro Varotari (Padovanino) – Life & Legacy

Early Life and Training

Born: Padua, Italy in 1588.
Family Background: Padovanino was born into a family of artists. His father, Dario Varotari the Elder, was a local painter and architect who provided his initial training.
Early influences included the style of Titian, which would remain central to his artistic approach throughout his career.

Career Development & Artistic Style

Padovanino moved to Venice in 1614 and quickly established himself as a skilled painter.
Artistic Period: He worked during the transition between Late Mannerism and Early Baroque, blending elements of both styles.
He traveled to Rome twice (mid-1610s & 1625), gaining recognition for his ability to create high-quality copies of works by Renaissance masters.
Key Characteristics: His paintings are known for their narrative strength, sensuality, and faithful adherence to the Titianesque tradition. He excelled in depicting mythological and historical scenes.

Major Works & Commissions

Notable Paintings: Included “Samson and Delilah”, “Orpheus Enchanting the Animals”, “Sleeping Venus with Putti”, “The Three Graces” and “Semiramis called to arms”.
He contributed mosaics to the Basilica of San Marco in Venice (1619).
He also undertook decorative projects for the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore.
“The Victory of the Carnuti over the Normans”: A significant large-scale battle scene demonstrating his skill in composition and dramatic storytelling.

Influence & Legacy

Mentorship: Padovanino was a respected teacher, mentoring several prominent Venetian painters including Pietro Liberi, Bartolomeo Scaliger, Pietro della Vecchia, and Giulio Carpioni.
His sister, Chiara Varotari, was also a well-known portraitist, further cementing the family’s artistic reputation.
Caterina Tarabotti: A notable female intellectual of the time, was among his students.
Although celebrated for his copying skills, Padovanino's original compositions and influence on subsequent generations secure his place in art history.

Historical Significance

Bridging Styles: He represents a crucial link between the Mannerist and Baroque periods, adapting earlier traditions to evolving artistic tastes.
His work reflects the vibrant cultural climate of 17th-century Venice, a major center for art and commerce.
Preservation of Tradition: His dedication to Titian’s style helped preserve and disseminate the legacy of one of Italy's greatest masters.

Questions & Answers

Where can I see the color profile of Alessandro Varotari's work?

Alessandro Varotari's use of color across the works listed on this website can be studied on the artist's Palette Genome page.

What are the birthplace and birth year of Alessandro Varotari?

Alessandro Varotari was born in Padua in 1588.

How do I find works by Alessandro Varotari in a specific palette?

To find works by Alessandro Varotari in a specific palette, use the artist's By Palettes page.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 20, 2026

Collector's quiz

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