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Сандро Боттічеллі 1445–1510
Італієць Born in Флоренція Ранній Ренесанс Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
Early Renaissance, one artist at a time
Сандро Боттічеллі (1445–1510) is the most famous Early Renaissance художник, whose singular vision gave us Народження Венери та Поклоніння волхвів (деталь). Next stand Мазаччо, П'Єро Делла Франческа, Фра Анджеліко та Андреа Мантенья. These 62 художники, from Уголіно Ді Неріо (born 1280) to Алунно Ді Доменіко (بارТоломео Ді Джованні) (born 1475), came from 5 countries.
Our selection. Artists whose works our catalogue attaches to Early Renaissance, in the order of our fame ranking. Artists born after 1955 with no Wikidata identifier stay out until verified. The Wikipedia figure counts our 32 languages with an article on the artist.
In brief
One artist at a time
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Італієць Born in Флоренція Ранній Ренесанс Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Італійський Born in Сан-Джованні-Вальдарно Ранній Ренесанс (Кватроченто) Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Італієць Born in Сансеполькро Ранній Ренесанс Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
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Італієць Born in Картуру Ранній Ренесанс Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
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Італійський Born in Пратовеккьо Ранній Ренесанс Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Італійський Born in Флоренція Ранній Ренесанс Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
Ghirlandaio’s career blossomed during a period of immense artistic innovation in Florence, and he quickly established himself as a master of fresco painting – a technique demanding both technical skill and artistic vision. The Adoration of the Magi in the Uffizi Gallery further exemplifies his exceptional talent, showcasing a vibrant and detailed depiction brimming with symbolism and artistic flair. The pinnacle of Ghirlandaio's career arrived in 1481 when he was summoned to Rome by Pope Sixtus IV.
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Італійський Born in Флоренція Ранній Ренесанс Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
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Born in Мессіна
“Мадонна з немовлям” (бл. 1460), написана незабаром після цієї зустрічі, є прикладом цього зрушення, демонструючи більш гармонійну колірну схему та більшу елегантність, ніж його попередні роботи. Найзнаменитіші картини Антонелло – включаючи “Святого Єроніма в кабінеті” (бл. 1475) і “Благовіщення” (бл. 1475) – є свідченням його художньої майстерності.
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Італієць Born in Флоренція Ренесанс Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Італієць Born in Флоренція Міжнародна готика, Раннє Відродження Wikipedia in 25/32 languages
«Благовіщення» в Терні (1450). Фрески капели Магів (1459–1461).
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Італієць Born in Панікале Раннє Відродження Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Італійський Born in Феррара Ранній Ренесанс; Школа Ферра́ри Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
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Італієць Born in Венеція Раннє Відродження Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
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Італієць Born in Феррара Італійське Відродження Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Італієць Born in Сієна Пізня готика, Сієнська школа Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
The Ecstasy of St Francis: Глибоке дослідження духовного екстазу, де він використовує багату палітру синіх, червоних та жовтих кольорів для зображення трансформаційної сили віри. The Arte della Lana Altarpiece: Одна з його найперших достовірних робіт, що демонструє технічну витонченість, яка згодом стане його підписом.
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Італійський Born in Флоренція Ранній Ренесанс Wikipedia in 28/32 languages
This commission was considered the most prestigious in the region, a testament to artistic merit and civic pride. Lorenzo Ghiberti, a young man brimming with ambition and talent, entered this arena alongside some of the era's most formidable minds, including Filippo Brunelleschi, a rival whose architectural genius would challenge Ghiberti’s own creative vision. Lorenzo di Bartolo – a name that would forever be intertwined with artistic innovation – was born near Florence, Italy, in 1378.
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Італієць Born in Венеція Пізня готика, Венеційська готика Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
He was a master of trompe l'oeil, using paint to mimic the physical world with startling accuracy. This combination of the highly decorative and the intensely realistic created a visual language that was uniquely his own, characterized by: A strong linear decorative sense. The works he left behind, many of which reside in collections such as the Pinacoteca di Brera and the National Gallery, reveal a painter of immense technical skill.
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Італійський Born in Флоренція Четверте Століття італійського живопису (Кватроченто) Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
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Італійський Born in Сієна Пізня готична / Ранній ренесанс Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
This decision profoundly shaped his artistic identity, imbuing it with an introspective quality and directing him toward subjects of spiritual significance. The monastery’s scriptorium became his studio, where he diligently illuminated manuscripts—a practice that demanded precision, patience, and a mastery of color and texture—further refining his technical skills and deepening his understanding of visual symbolism. The International Gothic style itself—characterized by shimmering gold leaf, elongated figures draped in flowing garments, and an ethereal luminescence—provided Monaco with a framework for exploring themes of piety and transcendence.
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Італійський Born in Сан-Годенцо Ранній Ренесанс Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
His frescoes in San Tarasio Chapel, Venice (1442), represent an early expression of this evolving style, while his work within St Mark’s Basilica (1442-1443), including the poignant “Death of the Virgin,” showcased a growing mastery of dramatic composition. Cosme Tura, Francesco del Cossa, and Ercole de’ Roberti all absorbed Castagno's innovations, carrying forward his legacy of naturalistic representation and psychological depth.
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Італієць Born in Флоренція Флорентійська школа; стиль Фра Анджеліко Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
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Італієць (флорентієць) Born in Флоренція Ранній Ренесанс, Флорентійський Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
Pesellino’s artistic style is immediately recognizable, distinguished by its exceptional refinement and a deliberate avoidance of grand gestures. Vasari, in his Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Painter, Sculptors, and Architects, famously noted Pesellino’s contribution to Lippi's altarpiece for Santa Croce. His style, characterized by its meticulous detail, subtle color harmonies, and intimate emotionality, anticipated the developments of later Florentine painters such as Verrocchio and the Pollaiuoli family.
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Італієць Born in Рим Ранній Відродження Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Іспанець Born in Кордова Іспано-фламандський стиль, Ранній Відродження Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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Венеціанський Born in Мурано Венеційський Ренесанс Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Італійський Born in Монтероні-ді-Лече Ранній Ренесанс
Born in Monteroni di Lecce around 1374 and tragically passing away in Bologna in 1438, his life unfolded as a rich tapestry woven from commissions, artistic rivalries, and an unwavering fascination with both the enduring wisdom of classical antiquity and the rapidly evolving sensibilities of his time. Following his time in Lucca, Jacopo’s artistic journey led him eastward to Ferrara in 1403, where he was commissioned to sculpt the marble Virgin and Child for the city's cathedral.
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Італійський Born in San Gimignano Ранній Ренесанс
Sebastiano Mainardi (c.1460 – 1513), born in San Gimignano, Tuscany, stands as a pivotal figure within the Early Renaissance artistic landscape of Florence. Early Life & Training: Giorgio Vasari recounts that Mainardi was apprenticed to Domenico Ghirlandaio, arguably Florence’s most prominent painter during this period. Collaboration with Ghirlandaio: The Sassetti Chapel frescoes commissioned by Giovanni Battista Sassetti represent arguably Mainardi’s most celebrated achievement.
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Italian Born in Сієна Early Renaissance Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
Around 1468, Neroccio entered into a significant collaboration with Francesco di Giorgio Martini, an architect, painter, and engineer who would become a lifelong associate. While working alongside di Giorgio, Neroccio began to develop his own distinct style—one that subtly diverged from the prevailing trends. In 1483, he designed the Hellespontine Sybil for the mosaic pavement of Siena Cathedral—a testament to his skill as a designer and draftsman.
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Born in Дортмунд International Gothic
In the vibrant heart of Westphalia, during the turn of the 15th century, Konrad von Soest emerged as a transformative figure in Northern European painting. Whether depicting the tender grace of the Holy Family or the heavy grief of the Passion, von Soest’s hand is unmistakable, marked by an ability to marry the decorative splendor of the Gothic tradition with a deeply moving, humanistic touch.
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French Born in Uzès Early Renaissance; Flemish Style Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
He achieved considerable renown for his monumental altarpiece commissioned in Aix-en-Provence for Catherine Spifami, depicting the Passion of Christ and incorporating scenes from Mary Magdalene's life—a testament to the prevailing devotional fervor of the time. He stands as a pivotal conduit for disseminating Flemish artistic innovations, propelling the Second School of Avignon toward a more expressive and realistic aesthetic.
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Italian Born in Сан-Джованні-Вальдарно Early Renaissance Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
While his brother Masaccio is celebrated as the pioneer of groundbreaking realism, Giovanni di Ser Giovanni —affectionately known to history as Lo Scheggia, or "the splinter"—carved out a legacy defined by a different, more delicate kind of mastery.
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Italian Born in Perugia Umbrian Renaissance Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
In the heart of the Umbrian Renaissance, a period defined by spiritual luminosity and the dawn of humanistic perspective, the name Benedetto Bonfigli emerges as a vital architect of visual devotion.
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Born in Мурано Early Renaissance-late Gothic
Working primarily within the Republic of Venice, Vivarini occupied a unique historical space, bridging the transition between the ornate elegance of the late Gothic period and the burgeoning humanism of the early Renaissance.
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Italian Born in Florence Early Renaissance
Nanni di Banco’s most celebrated achievement is undoubtedly the Quattro Santi Coronati (Four Crowned Martyrs), commissioned between 1412 and 1415 for the Orsanmichele church in Florence.
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Italian Early Renaissance
Reflecting on his body of work, several key elements define his artistic identity: Stylistic Versatility: The ability to merge the structural rigor of Florentine sculpture with the lyrical beauty of the International Gothic. Though his life ended in 1451, leaving behind a fragmented biographical record, the echoes of "il Rosso" remain etched in the very fabric of Italian art history. Cultural Diffusion: Acting as a bridge between the artistic epicenters of Florence and the burgeoning markets of Venice and Northern Italy.
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Italian Born in Siena Renaissance art Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
His early works, such as the celebrated “ Adoration of the Shepherds ” with Saint Augustine and Saint Galgano (circa 1430-1435), demonstrate a masterful command of composition and a burgeoning interest in depicting human emotion. D’ Ambrogio’s artistic development was undoubtedly shaped by the prevailing trends of the early Renaissance, particularly those emanating from Florence.
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Italian Late Gothic Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
While definitively named only recently thanks to meticulous research by Maria Falcone, this artist—now recognized as Sano di Pietro —left behind a remarkable cycle of eight panels depicting scenes from the life of Saint Anthony Abbot, works that continue to captivate viewers with their haunting beauty and psychological depth. Despite his anonymity for centuries, the Master of the Osservanza's work has exerted a significant influence on subsequent generations of Italian painters.
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Italian Proto-Renaissance Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
A key feature of his work is the variation in the presentation of the infant Jesus within Mary’s arms – a subtle but significant departure from the static poses often found in earlier depictions. Artists like Giotto, Masaccio, and Donatello were challenging established conventions and experimenting with new techniques – paving the way for the High Renaissance.
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| Італія | 53 |
|---|---|
| Italy | 4 |
| Іспанія | 1 |
| Німеччина | 1 |
| France | 1 |
| 13th століття | 1 |
|---|---|
| 14th століття | 16 |
| 15th століття | 43 |
| Національна галерея | 12 |
|---|---|
| Метрополітен-музей | 12 |
| Галерея Уффіці | 5 |
| Національна галерея мистецтв | 5 |
| Gemäldegalerie | 5 |
| Державні музеї Берліна | 4 |
| Gallerie dell'Accademia di Venezia | 4 |
| Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco | 4 |
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First place goes to Сандро Боттічеллі (#1); Мазаччо (#2) and П'Єро Делла Франческа (#3) complete the podium.
Сандро Боттічеллі (#1), Мазаччо (#2), П'Єро Делла Франческа (#3), Фра Анджеліко (#4) та Андреа Мантенья (#5).
The earliest-born художник in this list is Уголіно Ді Неріо (#38), born in 1280.
Флоренція: 20 of the художники in this list were born there.
Most художники in this list were born in the 15th століття (43 of 62), between 1280 and 1475 overall.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Національна галерея (12), Метрополітен-музей (12) та Галерея Уффіці (5).
Італія: 53 of the 62 художники in this list were born there, then Italy (4) та Іспанія (1).
The highest-ranked художники born in Італія are Сандро Боттічеллі (#1), Мазаччо (#2), П'Єро Делла Франческа (#3), Фра Анджеліко (#4) та Андреа Мантенья (#5).
“Ghirlandaio’s career blossomed during a period of immense artistic innovation in Florence, and he quickly established himself as a master of fresco painting – a technique demanding both technical skill and artistic vision.” — from our biography of Доменіко Ґірляндайо (#7).
The highest-ranked living художники in this list are Антоніо Віваріні (#33).
Our catalogue holds 5,105 works by these художники.
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