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Ель Греко 1541–1614
Греко-Іспанія From Іракліон Маньєризм, Бароко On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages
The Mannerist names to know
If you remember one Mannerist художник, make it Ель Греко (1541–1614), the name behind Вид Толедо та Одягнення Христа (Есполіо). After that come Тінторетто, Джузепе Арчімбольдо, Бронзіно та Софонісба Ангіссола. Our 71 picks go from Аміко Аспертіні (born 1475) to Крістофано Аллорі (born 1577), from 14 countries.
How we picked them. We list the artists our catalogue links to Mannerist, 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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Meet them one by one
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Греко-Іспанія From Іракліон Маньєризм, Бароко On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages
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Італієць From Венеція Маннеризм, венеціанська школа On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages
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Італійський From Мілан Манієризм, сюрреалізм On Wikipedia in 30 of 32 languages
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Італійський From Флоренція Манєризм On Wikipedia in 29 of 32 languages
Agnolo di Cosimo, known to history as Bronzino, emerged from the vibrant artistic landscape of Renaissance Florence in 1503, a period already brimming with genius. This formative period was further enriched by studies conducted alongside Andrea del Sarto, exposing him to the legacies of Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci—giants whose artistic vision profoundly shaped Bronzino's understanding of art history and technique.
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Італійська From Кремона Ренесансний живопис On Wikipedia in 29 of 32 languages
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Італійський From Ареццо Манеризм On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages
Giorgio Vasari, born in Arezzo, Tuscany, on July 30, 1511, was more than simply a painter; he was a quintessential embodiment of the Italian Renaissance spirit. His monumental work, Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects, published in 1550 (with a revised edition in 1568), revolutionized the way art was understood and appreciated.
Taught Jacopo Zucchi #54, Federico Zuccari #41
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Італійський From Рим Манеризм On Wikipedia in 28 of 32 languages
Giulio Romano, born Giulio Pippi around 1499 in Rome, emerged during a period of intense artistic transformation. He wasn't merely a studio assistant; Giulio rapidly evolved into an indispensable collaborator, contributing significantly to monumental projects like the decoration of the Vatican Stanze – those magnificent rooms commissioned by Popes Julius II and Leo X.
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Італієць From Флоренція Маньєризм On Wikipedia in 27 of 32 languages
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Італійський From Венеція Різджання, Манієризм On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages
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Нідерландець From Брауншвейг Пн. маньєризм, бароко гравюри On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages
Hendrik Goltzius, a name synonymous with the vibrant dynamism of Northern Mannerism in Dutch art, emerged from humble beginnings in Braunschweig, Germany, in 1558.
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Italian From Кастельнуово-Берарденга Mannerism On Wikipedia in 21 of 32 languages
Crucially, he encountered the groundbreaking works of Raphael and Michelangelo during his travels to Rome around 1509, absorbing their innovations in composition, anatomy, and dramatic expression. This careful assimilation of Roman grandeur would become a cornerstone of Beccafumi's distinctive artistic approach.
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Нідерландський From Амстердам Північний маньєризм On Wikipedia in 28 of 32 languages
Here, he joined the esteemed Guild of Saint Luke, earning the moniker “Langhe Peter,” or Tall Peter, a testament to his imposing stature which frequently appeared within his portraits. His most celebrated example, The Butcher’s Shop with the Flight into Egypt (1551), exemplifies this revolutionary approach.
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Фламандська From Антверпен Північний маньєризм On Wikipedia in 18 of 32 languages
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Італійка From Болонья Манієризм, Бароко On Wikipedia in 26 of 32 languages
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From Урбіно On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages
“Композиційний ескіз” (для “Обрізання”, Лувр, Париж) – демонструє його здатність до балансу композиції та передачі емоцій. “Голова чоловіка” (для “Покликання святого Андрія”, Королівські музеї витончених мистецтв Бельгії, Брюссель) – підкреслює увагу Бароккі до деталей та виразності обличь. “Мадонна дель Пополо” (Галерея Уффіці, Флоренція, Італія) – одна з найвідоміших робіт Бароккі, що вражає своєю ніжністю та витонченістю.
Works to know · Their 100 best-known works
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Німець From Кельн Манєристське живопис On Wikipedia in 26 of 32 languages
«Страшний суд» (1590) — твір, який свідчить про його неймовірну здатність гармонійно поєднувати численні постаті в єдиній композиції;.
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Італієць From Флоренція Манньєризм On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages
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Італійський From Флоренція Манеризм On Wikipedia in 24 of 32 languages
Jerome,” and his contributions to the Studiolo of Francesco I. Further Research: Delve deeper into Allori’s life and art through resources like Wikipedia, Getty Museum archives, and scholarly articles on Florentine Mannerism.
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Італієць From Модена Манньєризм On Wikipedia in 25 of 32 languages
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Фламандська From Мейлебеке Північний маньяризм On Wikipedia in 20 of 32 languages
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італієць From Вольтерра Маньєризм On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages
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Італієць From Болонья Пізній Ренесанс та маньєризм On Wikipedia in 18 of 32 languages
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Нідерландська From Утрехт Маннеризм On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages
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Італієць From Болонья Манньєризм On Wikipedia in 22 of 32 languages
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Фламандський From Лейден Манієризм On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages
Born around 1556 in Leiden, Netherlands, into a family steeped in civic leadership and noble lineage (his father served as burgomaster), Van Veen’s life unfolded not merely as an artistic career but as a complex journey of intellectual and stylistic evolution. Around 1574 or 1575, Van Veen embarked on a transformative journey to Rome, an experience that fundamentally reshaped his artistic sensibilities.
Learned from Federico Zuccari #41
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Італієць From Монелья Генузька школа, маньєризм On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages
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Італієць From Бассано-дель-Граппа Венеційський Ренесанс On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages
The story of Francesco Bassano the Younger is one of lineage, light, and the enduring spirit of the Venetian Renaissance. As a descendant of the celebrated Francesco da Ponte the Elder, Francesco did not merely inherit a name; he inherited a visual language defined by the mastery of nature and the dramatic interplay of shadow and light.
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Flemish Late Mannerism
Early Life & Training: De Clerck’s formative years are shrouded in obscurity, though evidence suggests he received training under Jan Brueghel the Elder, a titan of Flemish landscape painting and a pivotal influence on de Clerck's artistic approach. Brussels Court Painter: In 1594, De Clerck ascended to the prestigious role of court painter to Archduke Ernest I of Habsburg Austria, securing patronage that afforded him considerable freedom and resources.
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Італієць From Бассано-дель-Граппа Маньєризм On Wikipedia in 13 of 32 languages
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Italian From Florence Mannerist Painting On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages
Pietro Buonaccorsi, known to history through the evocative moniker Perino del Vaga, remains one of the most captivating figures of the transition from the High Renaissance to the intricate complexities of Mannerism. Born in Florence around 1501 into a lineage of artistic talent, his very name— Vaga, meaning wandering or idle—suggests a restless creative energy that would eventually carry him far beyond the borders of his native Tuscany.
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Flemish From Bruges Renaissance, 16th Century Painting On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages
Jan van der Straet, better known as Johannes Stradanus or Giovanni Stradano, was a pivotal figure in 16th-century European art, primarily recognized for his masterful depictions of mythological scenes, allegorical representations, and refined portraiture.
Taught Antonio Tempesta #56
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Італієць From Порденоне Живопис епохи Відродження On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages
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Italian From Sant'Angelo in Vado Mannerism On Wikipedia in 18 of 32 languages
Federico Zuccaro stands as a pivotal figure in the Italian Renaissance, specifically within the burgeoning Roman Mannerist movement. Their collaborative spirit yielded masterpieces such as “The Holy Family ” in Palazzo Vecchio, a work that serves as a testament to their unified artistic language. This ambition is perhaps most tangibly felt in Casa Zuccari in Florence, a residence built around 1578.
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Dutch From Gouda Mannerism On Wikipedia in 13 of 32 languages
His apprenticeship began at the young age of eleven with his uncle, Cornelis Jacobsz., a painter who instilled in him the fundamentals of the craft.
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Flemish From Hulst Mannerism, Renaissance On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
Born in the small Dutch town of Hulst around 1528, Gillis Mostaert the Elder emerged as a significant figure within the vibrant artistic landscape of Antwerp during the Renaissance. From approximately 1550, Gillis formally trained with the landscape painter Jan Mandijn, an influence that would become strikingly apparent in his own mature work.
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Італієць From Флоренція Флорентійський маньєризм On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages
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Italian From Florence Proto-Baroque & Counter-Maniera On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages
In the vibrant, shifting landscape of late 16th-century Italy, few figures played as pivotal a role in redefining the visual language of Florence as Santi di Tito. Between 1558 and 1564, di Tito’s presence was felt in the grand halls of Rome, where he worked alongside talented peers such as Giovanni de’ Vecchi and Niccolò Circignani.
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Italian From Караваджо Mannerism On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages
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Італієць From Кремона Фламандський стиль / Ломбардський натуралізм On Wikipedia in 13 of 32 languages
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Italian From Zadar Baroque Sculpture; Mannerism On Wikipedia in 14 of 32 languages
In the vibrant, sun-drenched tapestry of the sixteenth-century Venetian Republic, few names evoke as much intrigue and stylistic complexity as Andrea Schiavone. Born Andrea Meldolla, his very moniker—meaning "Andrew the Slav"—serves as a poetic testament to his dual identity. Though his roots lay in the Dalmatian city of Zara, now Zadar, Croatia, his artistic spirit was forged in the heart of Venice.
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Італієць From Верона Пізня епоха Відродження та маньєризм On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages
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Italian From Bologna Mannerism On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages
In the vibrant, shifting landscape of the late sixteenth century, few artists captured the transition from the structured elegance of the High Renaissance to the dramatic intensity of the Baroque as skillfully as Bartolomeo Passarotti. Born in Bologna in 1529, Passarotti emerged not merely as a painter, but as a pivotal bridge between eras.
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Italian From Vicenza Late Renaissance/Mannerist On Wikipedia in 5 of 32 languages
Under the watchful eye and expert tutelage of Giovanni Battista Maganza, Vicentino developed a command over monumental compositions and refined aesthetics that would later define his career. Known variously as Andrea Michieli or Michelli, his movement toward Venice in the mid-1570s marked a transformative era in his development. By 1583, he had officially registered with the Fraglia, the prestigious Venetian guild of painters.
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Italian From Florence Mannerist Painting On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages
Jacopo Zucchi stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of the Florentine Baroque, embodying the stylistic complexities and dramatic grandeur characteristic of Mannerism. Born in Florence around 1542, Zucchi’s formative years were deeply rooted in the prestigious artistic traditions fostered by Giorgio Vasari. His involvement in the decoration of the Palazzo Vecchio, specifically within the Studiolo and the Salone dei Cinquecento, showcased his ability to execute ambitious, large-scale commissions.
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Італієць From Венеція Маннеризм On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages
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Italian From Florence Mannerism On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages
Born in Florence in 1555, during a period marked by intense intellectual ferment and artistic experimentation, Tempesta’s career unfolded across the prestigious corridors of Italy and the vibrant art markets of Flanders. His formative years were shaped by the prestigious Accademia delle Arti del Disegno, where he enrolled in 1576.
Learned from Stradanus #39
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Італієць From Болонья Маньєризм On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages
«Тріумф військовий» (Trionfo Militare), монументальна фреска, що зображує військову перемогу, демонструє його здатність синтезувати класичні образи з драматичною театральністю. «Еріклі та Еримантський вепр» є ще одним вражаючим прикладом, що свідчить про його майстерність у композиції та готовність спотворювати перспективу заради експресивного ефекту.
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German From Vienna Northern Mannerism
Wenzel Jamnitzer (circa 1507 – December 19, 1585) emerged from a distinguished Moravian German family known for its artistic endeavors under various spellings—Jamnitzer, Jemniczer, Gemniczer, and Jamitzer.
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Italian From Vicenza
Born in Vicenza, Italy, he emerged from a lineage of builders, being the son of Gian Domenico Scamozzi, a surveyor and contractor who served as his first teacher. Following Palladio's death in 1580, Scamozzi found himself entrusted with several unfinished projects, most notably the prestigious Teatro Olimpico at Vicenza.
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Italian From Melide Late Renaissance
Domenico Fontana, a name often overshadowed by the titans of the High Renaissance, stands as a pivotal figure in 16th-century Italian architecture and engineering. Born in Melide, a small village nestled on the shores of Lake Lugano in Switzerland – a region then caught between Swiss cantons and Italy – in 1543, Fontana’s life was one of relentless innovation and service to the Papal States.
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From Antwerp Antwerp Mannerism On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages
Active primarily in Antwerp, he was a central protagonist in a loose but influential group of painters known as the Antwerp Mannerists. By 1504, he had achieved the prestigious status of master within the Antwerp Guild of Saint Luke, eventually rising to the esteemed position of dean. The work of Jan De Beer is characterized by a breathtaking marriage of Northern Renaissance realism and a burgeoning sense of theatricality.
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Italian From Mazzo di Valtellina Mannerist On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages
Born near Como in the rugged terrain of Mazzo di Valtellina around 1512, Venusti emerged from the Italian foothills to become a vital conduit for the Mannerist aesthetic. This formative connection anchored him within the sophisticated stylistic currents of Rome, preparing him to translate the monumental language of the High Renaissance into the more stylized, elongated, and emotive vocabulary of Mannerism.
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Француз From Париж Друга школа Фонтанбюрска; Манеризъм; Итальянское искусство влияние On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
Toussaint Dubreuil (c. 1561 – 1602), a French painter born in Paris, stands as a pivotal figure within the Second School of Fontainebleau—a movement that skillfully blended the stylistic grandeur of Mannerism with the vibrant aesthetics of Italian Renaissance art.
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Швейцарія From Шаффгаузен Мannerізм On Wikipedia in 7 of 32 languages
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Italian From Florence Mannerist On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages
Jacopino del Conte (c. 1510 – 1598) stands as a compelling figure within the vibrant tapestry of 16th-century Italian art, a painter whose career unfolded across both the artistic heartland of Florence and the papal seat of Rome.
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Flemish From Antwerp Landscape with mythological and allegorical On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
The story of Paolo Fiammingo, born Pauwels Franck, is a captivating tale of artistic migration and the seamless blending of Northern precision with Italian grandeur. Emerging from the vibrant artistic traditions of Antwerp around 1540, this master crossed the Alps to find his true calling in the shimmering atmosphere of Venice.
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French From Bassigny Northern Mannerism On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages
A master of the Northern Mannerist style, his life was lived in the twilight of the late Renaissance, a period defined by elongated forms, theatrical tension, and an almost feverish psychological intensity. Born around 1575 in the Bâse-les-Vosges region of France, Bellange emerged from a landscape of shifting borders and intense religious fervor, eventually finding his creative home within the sophisticated courtly circles of Nancy.
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Italian From Parma Mannerist Painting On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
In the vibrant, swirling currents of the Italian Mannerist period, few names capture the elegance and stylistic complexity of the Parma school quite like Girolamo Mazzola Bedoli. Born in Viadana around 1500, Bedoli emerged from a landscape deeply enriched by the artistic legacies of Lombardy and the sophisticated atmosphere of Parma.
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Italian From Novellara Mannerist On Wikipedia in 7 of 32 languages
In the twilight of the Italian Renaissance, as the harmonious balance of High Renaissance classicism began to fracture into the restless energy of Mannerism, there emerged a voice from the fertile plains of Emilia-Romagna that captured the profound anxieties of a changing world. Born in the small town of Novellara around 1508 or 1511, Orsi navigated an era defined by shifting theological certainties and the complex intellectual currents of humanism.
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Italian From Florence Renaissance and Mannerism On Wikipedia in 5 of 32 languages
In the vibrant, sun-drenched landscape of sixteenth-century Florence, a period where the boundaries between the earthly and the divine were often blurred by the brushstrokes of masters, emerged the distinctive talent of Michele Tosini.
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Spanish From Mascaraque Renaissance, Mannerism On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages
Born around 1510 in Mascaraque, a small town in Castile, his life unfolded against the backdrop of a burgeoning artistic landscape shaped by both Renaissance ideals and emerging Mannerist sensibilities. Records indicate he joined the workshop of Juan de Borgoña in Toledo around 17 or 18 years old, an environment teeming with aspiring artists, including Pedro de Cisneros, a connection that undoubtedly shaped his artistic development.
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| Італія | 35 |
|---|---|
| Italy | 14 |
| Нідерланди | 3 |
| Франція | 3 |
| Belgium | 3 |
| Німеччина | 2 |
| Бельгія | 2 |
| Netherlands | 2 |
| 1470s | 2 |
|---|---|
| 1480s | 3 |
| 1490s | 5 |
| 1500s | 11 |
| 1510s | 10 |
| 1520s | 8 |
| 1530s | 7 |
| 1540s | 11 |
| 1550s | 7 |
| 1560s | 4 |
| 1570s | 3 |
| Kunsthistorisches Museum | 21 |
|---|---|
| Баварські державні художні колекції | 11 |
| Музей Прадо | 9 |
| Національна галерея | 8 |
| Державний музей-заповідник «Ермітаж» | 8 |
| Галерея Уффіці | 5 |
| Рейксмюзеум | 5 |
| Лувр | 5 |
Just the names
Good questions
Ель Греко (#1) is first in this ranking, followed by Тінторетто (#2) and Джузепе Арчімбольдо (#3).
Ель Греко (#1), Тінторетто (#2), Джузепе Арчімбольдо (#3), Бронзіно (#4) та Софонісба Ангіссола (#5).
Італія: 35 of the 71 художники in this list were born there, then Italy (14) та Нідерланди (3).
“Similarly, Da Vinci’s meticulous attention to detail—particularly in his sfumato technique—inspired Bronzino to achieve an unparalleled level of surface refinement.” — from our biography of Бронзіно (#4).
2 women are in this ranking: Софонісба Ангіссола (#5) та Лавінія Фонтана (#16).
Джорджо Вазарі (#8) taught Jacopo Zucchi (#54) та Federico Zuccari (#41); Stradanus (#39) taught Antonio Tempesta (#56).
The earliest-born художник in this list is Аміко Аспертіні (#57), born in 1475.
Флоренція: 8 of the художники in this list were born there.
The highest-ranked художники born in Italy are Perino del Vaga (#38), Federico Zuccari (#41), Santi di Tito (#47), Bartolomeo Passarotti (#52) та Andrea Vicentino (#53).
Most художники in this list were born in the 1540s (11 of 71), between 1475 and 1577 overall.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Kunsthistorisches Museum (21), Баварські державні художні колекції (11) та Музей Прадо (9).
Our catalogue holds 5,179 works by these художники. Each one can be ordered as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print.
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