When we think of the greats from the Renaissance, we often hear names like Leonardo da Vinci or Michelangelo. But tucked between their legacies is the Italian Renaissance painter who quietly revolutionized the role of women in art—Sofonisba Anguissola.
Giovanni Panza was not just a talented impressionism artist but also a poet and writer. Coming from a family deeply rooted in the arts, he was the nephew of Salvatore and Luca Postiglione—both celebrated painters who inherited the artistic legacy of Raphael Postiglione. Through them, Panza was introduced to painting and developed his own artistic identity.
Francesco Furini (1600-1646) was a prominent Italian painter from Florence, known for his work in both the Baroque and Mannerist styles. He began his artistic training with Matteo Rosselli, who also taught Lorenzo Lippi and Baldassare Franceschini. Furini’s style was additionally influenced by Domenico Passignano and Giovanni Biliverti.
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Annibale Carracci (1560-1609) was a famous painter during a time when many people admired his work. He, along with his cousin Ludovico (1555-1619) and older brother Agostino (1557-1602), who were also great artists, wanted to change the way Italian painting looked.
Luigi da Rios, an Italian painter born in Ceneda, Vittorio Veneto, in 1843, left an indelible mark on the art world during his lifetime (1843 – February 1892). His artistic journey began at the prestigious Academy of Fine Arts in Venice, where he garnered numerous accolades for his exceptional talent and dedication.
In an effort to avoid conscription into the Austrian armies, Luigi sought refuge in Florence in May 1866. Following the resolution of the conflict, he returned to Venice, focusing his artistic prowess on painting portraits, genre scenes, and historical subjects.