When Jacopo Robusti (1518-1594) aspired to become one of the leading Venetian artists of the 16th century, he had to use some remarkable marketing tactics to make his way. Not only did “Tintoretto” paint at a speed that was unseen before, but he also offered to paint for free or at very low cost during …
Tintoretto
The Venetian School of painting produced several of the most renowned Renaissance artists in history in the 16th century. One of these artists was named Jacopo Robusti (1518-1594), a man is better known by the nickname he got as a little boy, “Tintoretto.” The nickname that described him best during his painting career was “Il …
Monumental works of art in the typical Late Renaissance style of the 16th century that could be produced in record time. This was the trademark of a Venetian Mannerist artist named Jacopo Robusti (1518-1594), nicknamed “Il Furioso” (based on his work ethic) or “Tintoretto” (his childhood nickname). Let’s take a closer look at some of …
The 16th century was the most prolific in history for Venice, a city built on 118 small islands in northeastern Italy. 3 of the greatest artists of the Renaissance and Mannerism (Late Renaissance) eras who lived and worked here and who produced numerous works that still decorate churches and palaces in the city today. One …
One of the most famous paintings in the world depicts one of the best-known Christian stories. Even though The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci only lasted a couple of decades due to the experimental use of materials by the Italian polymath, it’s still considered to be one of the world’s ultimate treasures. The Renaissance …
The early years of Jacopo Robusti (1518-1594), better known by the nickname he received as a little boy “Tintoretto,” are somewhat of a mystery. He was born and raised in Venice, Italy and his nickname refers to his father’s profession, a dyer or “tintore,” which means he wasn’t born into a rich family. He didn’t …
When Jacopo “Il Furioso” Robusti (1518-1594), better known by the nickname he received as a little boy, “Tintoretto,” started working on one of his monumental masterpieces, he didn’t mess around. This is especially emphasized by one of the largest paintings he ever created (and that means something) known as “Il Paradiso.” Let’s take a closer …
It took a while before an artist by the name of Jacopo Robusti (1518-1594), better known by the nickname he got as a little boy “Tintoretto,” made his name in his hometown of Venice, Italy. Offering his services as a painter for little pay or even for free was one way that he managed to …
One of the most ambitious painters in history eventually managed to become one of the most famous Mannerist artists in history. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most interesting facts about Tintoretto, a man who left his permanent mark on the amazing city of Venice, Italy, with a wide range of amazing …