Updated November 2026 · ranked by our popularity score (searches, visits and orders for each work) · 10 works by Antonio Badile in our catalogue
In short
Of all the originals Antonio Badile left, the most famous is Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Simplicius (1552), in the collection of the Castelvecchio Museum, Verona. Close behind it come Portrait of an unknown woman (1550) and The Virgin and Child with Saint John the Baptist (1550). Our catalog holds 10 works by Antonio Badile; the gallery has kept the 10 the world admires most, each shown with its date, its museum and its story.
The figure of Simplicius emerges from a deep, shadowed interior, his presence commanding the space with a quiet, heavy authority. He stands centrally, his body turned slightly to the left, caught in a moment of solemn stillness. In his right hand, he holds a set of scales, the metal catching a directional light that carves his form out of the darkness. A laurel wreath rests upon his head, a symbol…
The portrait presents a woman in a three-quarter length view, positioned slightly off-center against a dark, indistinct background. Her body is angled toward the left, while her gaze is directed forward to meet the viewer. The lighting originates from the upper left, casting soft shadows across the right side of her face and creating a chiaroscuro effect that defines the contours of her features. She wears a structured bodice and…
In this 1550 oil on canvas, a pyramidal arrangement of figures emerges from a luminous, ethereal background. The Virgin Mary, the Christ Child, and Saint John the Baptist are positioned in an intimate, frontal perspective, creating a sense of immediate spiritual connection. A radiant glow emanates from behind the Virgin's head, casting a divine light that defines the contours of the figures while leaving the periphery in shadow. This use…
A middle-aged man emerges from a deep, indeterminate darkness, his form defined by a soft, directional light. He is positioned in a three-quarter view, gaze directed toward the left of the frame. The composition relies heavily on chiaroscuro, a technique where light and shadow define the volume of the face and the texture of the hands. A white collar provides a sharp point of contrast against the somber, dark drapery…
In the realm of Renaissance craftsmanship, few objects command attention quite like the Coffer of the Giusti Family with Stories of Virginia. This exquisite wedding chest, dating back to approximately 1400, serves as a breathtaking intersection of fine woodworking and classical storytelling. Crafted from sturdy fir wood using the meticulous dovetail joint technique, the piece is far more than a mere functional item; it is a portable stage for historical…
The figure of Claudius emerges from a heavy, shadowed interior, his presence commanding the space with a quiet, heavy authority. He stands centrally, his body turned slightly, caught in a moment of solemn stillness. The light falls from an unseen source, casting deep shadows that define the volume of his anatomy and the architectural space around him. He is dressed in red clothing, a tunic or robe that catches the…
In the quietude of this panel, we encounter Nicostratus, a figure rendered with a profound sense of presence. He is depicted holding a bow and arrow, his hands steady upon the instrument, dressed in a deep green garment that anchors him within the composition. The setting is intimate, defined by the tactile quality of a brick-patterned wall and the suggestion of a doorway, creating a space that feels both enclosed…
In the heart of Verona, within the hallowed halls of the Castelvecchio Museum, resides a profound testament to the spiritual and artistic fervor of the mid-16th century. Antonio Badile III’s Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Simphorianus is not merely a painting but a window into the soul of the Counter-Reformation. Created in 1552, this masterful oil on board captures the solemnity of Saint Simphorianus with a gravity that commands…
In the Book of Tobit the angel Raphael was invoked by Tobit, a just and poor man, to accompany his son Tobias to collect a credit of ten silver talents contracted ten years earlier. During the journey Raffaele showed Tobias the safest way and saved him more than once, without ever revealing himself as an angel, except at the end of the story. In the painting, the angel has already…
The triptych represent saints Cecilia, Tiburtius and Valerius in an original attempt on the part of the artist to absorb Renaissance artistic innovations, such as the perspective of the pavement and the marble parapet decorated with classical medallions, within the confines of a linear style that is still Gothic. The studio of the “Master of the Cespo di Garofano”, so-called for his habit of inserting carnation plants as decorative motifs…
The four subjects that come back most often in these originals, each with its finest example.
The 3 museums that hold the most of the paintings on this page.
| Museum | City | Works by Antonio Badile | Paintings from this list |
|---|---|---|---|
 Castelvecchio Museum |
Verona | 7 | Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Simplicius, Coffer of the Giusti Family with Stories of Virginia, Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Claudius |
 Museo del Prado |
Madrid | 1 | Portrait of an unknown woman |
 National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design |
Oslo | 1 | Portrait of a Musician |
Barely a decade, 1550 to 1560, gave the world every dated Antonio Badile original in this selection: here it is, year by year.
Pick a year to see its originals.
The portrait presents a woman in a three-quarter length view, positioned slightly off-center against a dark, indistinct background. Her body is angled toward the left, while her gaze is directed forward to meet the viewer. The lighting originates from the upper left, casting soft shadows across the right side of her face and creating a chiaroscuro effect that defines the contours of her features. She wears a structured bodice and…
More from 1550
The figure of Simplicius emerges from a deep, shadowed interior, his presence commanding the space with a quiet, heavy authority. He stands centrally, his body turned slightly to the left, caught in a moment of solemn stillness. In his right hand, he holds a set of scales, the metal catching a directional light that carves his form out of the darkness. A laurel wreath rests upon his head, a symbol…
More from 1552
In the Book of Tobit the angel Raphael was invoked by Tobit, a just and poor man, to accompany his son Tobias to collect a credit of ten silver talents contracted ten years earlier. During the journey Raffaele showed Tobias the safest way and saved him more than once, without ever revealing himself as an angel, except at the end of the story. In the painting, the angel has already…
Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Simplicius (1552), Castelvecchio Museum, Verona. Portrait of an unknown woman (1550) and The Virgin and Child with Saint John the Baptist (1550) come next.
34 years old: Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Simplicius dates from 1552, and Antonio Badile was born in 1518.
Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Simplicius, Portrait of an unknown woman, The Virgin and Child with Saint John the Baptist, Portrait of a Musician, Coffer of the Giusti Family with Stories of Virginia, Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Claudius, Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Nicostratus, Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Simphorianus, Tobias and the Angel and Saints Cecilia, Tiburtius, Valerian. The ranking above gives each one's year and museum.
Our catalog holds 10 works by Antonio Badile, dated from 1550 to 1560.
Mostly in Castelvecchio Museum (Verona), Museo del Prado (Madrid) and National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design (Oslo). The museum table above lists them all.
In 1552: 4 of the 10 works on this page were made then, Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Simplicius among them.
On this page, the earliest is Portrait of an unknown woman (1550) and the latest Tobias and the Angel (1560).
Man (4), Drapery (2) and Woman (2), across the 10 works on this page.
Oil On Board, for 3 of the 10 works on this page.
Renaissance, judging by the originals on this page.
Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Simplicius, Coffer of the Giusti Family with Stories of Virginia and Polyptych of the Four Crowned Saints, Claudius: the Castelvecchio Museum, Verona holds 7 of the works on this page.
