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          Carlo Cignani Most Popular Paintings

          The 25 artworks by Carlo Cignani 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 Carlo Cignani · 1628 – 1719

          Venus with Cherubs

          Fondazione Cariplo, Milan · original 185 x 130 cm

          Carlo Cignani (1628-1719) was a Baroque painter from Bologna, celebrated for his 'new manner’ – a gentle style influencing Reni & Guercino. Explore his frescoes, mythological scenes, and religious masterpieces.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #1: Venus with Cherubs
          Art Movement
          Baroque
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 1 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Joseph and Potiphar's Wife – Carlo Cignani

          1678 · Gemäldegalerie, Dresden · original 99 x 99 cm

          Carlo Cignani’s ‘Joseph and Potiphar’s Wife,’ a masterful Baroque fresco of 1678, captures intimate tension with subtle emotion and nuanced detail. Admire this refined classicism and elevate your space with a stunning hand-painted reproduction.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #2: Joseph and Potiphar's Wife
          Art Movement
          Baroque Classicism
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 2 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Charity – Carlo Cignani

          1680 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 51 x 69 cm

          Experience the tender embrace of Bolognese classicism in Carlo Cignani's 1680 charity scene; discover this luminous masterpiece capturing human warmth.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #3: Charity
          Art Movement
          Baroque Classicism
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
          To order, by a trained painter
          Popularity
          No. 3 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Shepherd and Shepherdess – Carlo Cignani

          1670 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 103 x 128 cm

          Shepherd and Shepherdess by Carlo Cignani (1670) depicts a serene pastoral scene featuring a man, woman, and three infants accompanied by sheep. Decorative elements include pots, vases, and intricate floral arrangements reflecting the refined Bolognese Baroque aesthetic.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #4: Shepherd and Shepherdess
          Art Movement
          Baroque Classicism
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 4 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Roman Caritas (Cimon and Pero) by Carlo Cignani, 1695

          1695 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 98.0 x 115.0cm

          This tender Baroque oil by Carlo Cignani captures a poignant scene of selfless love. Explore this masterpiece and bring its warmth home today.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #5: Roman Caritas (Cimon and Pero)
          Art Movement
          Baroque
          Color Palette
          Dark
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 5 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Portrait of Marcello Malpighi – Carlo Cignani

          1683 · Accademia di Belle Arti di Bologna, Bologna

          A powerful and intense portrait of Marcello Malpighi by Baroque master Carlo Cignani captures a piercing gaze and refined Bolognese classicism, offering a profound window into the seventeenth century for your collection.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #6: Portrait of Marcello Malpighi
          Art Movement
          Baroque
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 6 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Mary with Child – Carlo Cignani

          Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 75.0 x 63.0cm

          This tender Baroque oil painting by Carlo Cignani captures the Virgin Mary and Christ Child. Shop this emotive masterpiece today.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #7: Mary with Child
          Art Movement
          Baroque
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 7 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Jupiter

          Palazzo Ducale del Giardino, Parma

          Experience the intimate warmth of Carlo Cignani's Baroque fresco Jupiter featuring tender maternal scenes and classical elegance, a breathtaking masterpiece perfect for adding timeless Italian grace to your collection.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #8: Jupiter
          Art Movement
          Baroque
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Saint Augustine, 1700, Carlo Cignani

          1700 · National Museum in Warsaw, Warsaw · original 151.0 x 107.0cm
          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #9: Saint Augustine
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 9 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          The Chastity of Joseph, Carlo Cignani

          1681 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen · original 262.0 x 192.0cm
          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #10: The Chastity of Joseph
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 10 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Jupiter

          Palazzo Ducale del Giardino, Parma

          Experience the dramatic movement of Carlo Cignani's Baroque masterpiece Jupiter, a stunning fresco capturing classical mythology with exquisite detail, inviting you to explore this timeless piece for your collection.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #11: Jupiter
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Joseph and Potiphar's Wife, 1681, Carlo Cignani

          1681 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen · original 90.0 x 112.5cm
          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #12: Joseph and Potiphar's Wife
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 12 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Penitent Magdalene (1673) by Carlo Cignani

          1673 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 50.0 x 40.0cm
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          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 13 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Carlo Cignani, Birth of Adonis (1673)

          1673 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 214.0 x 161.5cm
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          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 14 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Female Head (1673) by Carlo Cignani

          1673 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 63.0 x 48.0cm
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          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 15 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          The Death of Camilla, 1682, Carlo Cignani

          1682 · Yekaterinburg Museum of Fine Arts, Yekaterinburg · original 150.5 x 125.5cm
          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #16: The Death of Camilla
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          No. 16 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Isaac Blesses Jacob

          1673 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 131.3 x 177.4cm
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          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 17 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          The Penitent Magdalen

          1683 · Belton House, Grantham · original 94.0 x 71.0cm
          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #18: The Penitent Magdalen
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
          Made
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          Popularity
          No. 18 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Samson and Delilah – Carlo Cignani

          1673 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 128.7 x 161.0cm
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          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 19 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Jupiter by Carlo Cignani

          Palazzo Ducale del Giardino, Parma

          Marvel at Carlo Cignani’s "Jupiter," a Baroque masterpiece depicting Jupiter’s triumph! Explore this opulent stucco artwork's dynamic movement, dramatic lighting & classical mythology.

          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #20: Jupiter
          Art Movement
          Baroque
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 20 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Charity, 1673, Carlo Cignani

          1673 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 90.0 x 122.0cm
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          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 21 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          The Penitent Magdalen

          Dulwich Picture Gallery, London
          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #22: The Penitent Magdalen
          Color Palette
          Neutrals
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 22 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Jupiter as a Child, Nursed by the Goat Amalthea

          1673 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 154.5 x 220.3cm
          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #23: Jupiter as a Child, Nursed by the Goat Amalthea
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 23 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          Charity with Child in the Cradle by Carlo Cignani, 1673

          1673 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 90.0 x 124.0cm
          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #24: Charity with Child in the Cradle
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 24 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          The Holy Kinship

          1676 · original 850.0 x 440.0cm
          View the most popular artwork of Carlo Cignani ranked #25: The Holy Kinship
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Popularity
          No. 25 of 56 artworks by Carlo Cignani
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          The artist

          Carlo Cignani

          1628 – 1719

          Portrait of Carlo Cignani
          Quick facts
          • NationalityItaly
          • Museums on APSNational Museum in Warsaw, Kunsthistorisches Museum, Dulwich Picture Gallery, Bavarian State Painting Collections, Hermitage Museum
          • Died1719
          • Creative periodsmature period, mature baroque
          • Emotional toneromantic
          • Also known asCarlo Gigniani, Carlo Signani, Carlo Chagnany, Carlo Cignani Bolognese, Carl Cignani
          • Movementsbaroque, baroque classicism
          • Top-ranked workVenus with Cherubs
          Biography

          A Legacy of Gentle Baroque: The Life and Art of Carlo Cignani

          Carlo Cignani, born in Bologna around 1630, stands as a fascinating figure bridging the High Baroque and the emerging Rococo styles. He wasn’t a revolutionary like some of his contemporaries, but rather a masterful consolidator, the last great exponent of the Bolognese classicism that had flourished for generations. His art embodies a ‘new manner,’ as it was known – a softening of the dramatic intensity favored by earlier Baroque masters, replaced with an intimate and reflective quality that subtly influenced artists like Guido Reni and Guercino. Cignani’s path wasn't one of radical innovation, but rather of refined elegance and intellectual depth, securing his place as a significant, if sometimes overlooked, figure in 17th-century Italian painting. Details surrounding his early life remain somewhat scarce; we know he came from a noble, though modestly resourced family, and that he would later have both a son, Felice Cignani, also a painter, and a nephew, Paolo Cignani, who followed in the family tradition.

          Formative Years and Artistic Development

          Cignani’s artistic journey began under the tutelage of Battista Cairo, but it was his apprenticeship with Francesco Albani that truly shaped his foundational style. He absorbed Albani's meticulous technique, his vibrant use of color, and his commitment to a polished finish. However, Cignani didn’t simply mimic his master; he possessed an intellectual curiosity that led him to explore other influences. The frescoes of Correggio in the Parma Cathedral profoundly impacted his understanding of composition and chromatic harmony, while Melozzo da Forlì's mastery of perspective ignited his interest in creating illusionistic space. This synthesis of influences allowed Cignani to develop a distinctive voice – one characterized by graceful forms, balanced compositions, and a subtle emotional resonance. He established an *accademia del nudo* in Bologna, demonstrating a dedication to anatomical study and providing instruction to promising young artists, including Giuseppe Maria Crespi, who would become a celebrated painter in his own right.

          Major Works and Artistic Flourishes

          Cignani’s career spanned several decades, producing a diverse body of work encompassing religious scenes, mythological narratives, and portraits. The *Assumption of Saint Rose of Lima*, painted for the church in Forlì, is arguably his most celebrated achievement. This monumental fresco showcases his ability to create dramatic compositions within architectural settings, echoing Correggio’s influence while establishing his own unique style. Other notable works include the *Entry of Paul III into Bologna*, a historical depiction imbued with intellectual gravitas, and *Francis I Touching for Kings Evil*, which demonstrates his skill in portraying royal figures with dignity and sensitivity. He also excelled at ceiling paintings, as evidenced by *The Power of Love*, created in collaboration with Agostino Carracci. His *Adam and Eve* gained international recognition through exhibitions in Dresden and Copenhagen, highlighting the growing demand for his work beyond Italy. Multiple versions of *Joseph and Potiphar's Wife* exist, a testament to the enduring appeal of this biblical theme within his oeuvre.

          A Lasting Influence on Bolognese Art

          Carlo Cignani’s historical significance lies not only in his artistic output but also in his role as a preserver and transmitter of the Bolognese painting tradition. He represented the culmination of a school renowned for its classicism, intellectual rigor, and technical mastery. His commitment to anatomical study, evidenced by his *accademia del nudo*, helped maintain high standards of craftsmanship among aspiring artists. Beyond Crespi, he mentored Paolo Antonio Paderna and Sante Vandi, further contributing to the development of Bolognese art. His work found a home in prominent collections across Europe, including Dresden and Copenhagen, solidifying his international reputation. Today, several of his paintings are preserved in the Pinacoteca Civica in Forlì, ensuring that future generations can appreciate his artistry. Though he may not be as widely recognized as some of his Baroque contemporaries, Carlo Cignani remains a vital figure in art history – a master of gentle Baroque whose legacy continues to inspire and captivate. His later years were spent continuing to work diligently, including painting the *Aurora* at Circolo della Scranna in Forlì, and completing the *Incoronazione di Santa Rosa (Coronation of Saint Rose of Lima)* for the Pinacoteca Civica before his death sometime after 1719.

          Questions & Answers

          What moods do Carlo Cignani's artworks express?

          The Mood Room of Carlo Cignani is a page that arranges the artist's artworks by mood.

          In which movements did Carlo Cignani work?

          The movements Carlo Cignani worked in can be seen on the artist's All Movements page, which groups the artworks by movement.

          What are the birthplace and birth year of Carlo Cignani?

          Carlo Cignani was born in Bologna in 1628.

          By the OriginalUniqueArt.com Editorial Team Updated June 6, 2026
          Collector's quiz
          1. Carlo Cignani was deeply influenced by the frescoes of which artist, particularly those in the Parma Cathedral?

          2. Under whom did Carlo Cignani initially train as an artist?

          3. Cignani established an 'accademia del nudo' in Bologna. What was the primary focus of this academy?

          4. Which city is home to the 'Incoronazione di Santa Rosa' (Coronation of Saint Rose of Lima) by Carlo Cignani?

          5. Carlo Cignani's style was described as introducing a mood that influenced artists like Reni and Guercino. How was this style characterized?

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