The Life and Training of Liberale Cozza Born in Venice on 20 July 1768, Liberale Cozza grew up in a city defined by its deep artistic traditions. His early years were shaped by the influence of Giovanni Tosolini, under whom he began his formal instruction. While these early lessons provided a foundation, Cozza’s path was largely shaped by his own persistence. He was primarily a self-trained painter, developing his skills through individual study and practice rather than through a long, structured academic apprenticeship. This independence allowed him to cultivate a personal approach to his…