It took over 4 centuries before the paintings of this famous Italian artist were valued for what they are worth, and there’s a very simple reason for that. Sandro Botticelli (1445-1510) was at the height of his career when the High Renaissance started but he never developed the same style as his contemporaries. Regardless of …
Renaissance artists
The northern Renaissance in the 16th century wasn’t blessed with copious amounts of talented artists emerging. One man sticks out and became one of the most influential Renaissance artists in history, producing several world-famous paintings. Pieter Bruegel the Elder (1525-1569) was born in or around the city of Breda in the modern-day Netherlands. He settled …
The northern part of Europe didn’t produce as many renowned artists as other parts of Europe in the 16th century. One artist made a permanent name for himself by producing original paintings that revolve around certain topics. In that sense, he became the most influential Renaissance artist of his time. In this article, you’ll discover …
One of the most mysterious painters in European history produced some of the most fascinating Renaissance paintings. What he meant with them remains up for interpretation until today. Little is known about the man because he didn’t leave behind a lot of clues except for his remarkable works of art. In this article, you’ll discover …