Lorenzo Costa (1460–1535): The Painter of Myth and Faith Lorenzo Costa (the Elder), born around 1460 in Ferrara, Italy, stands as a cornerstone figure within the flourishing artistic landscape of the Italian Renaissance. Primarily active during the Ferrara and Bologna schools—a period marked by intellectual dynamism and patronage—Costa’s oeuvre embodies a distinctive blend of stylistic elegance and profound spiritual contemplation. He achieved renown not merely for his technical prowess but also for his ability to infuse mythological narratives with humanist ideals, cementing his legacy as o…