Andrea del Castagno (1423 - 1457)

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Andrea del Castagno

Andrea del Castagno was an illustrious Italian Renaissance painter, celebrated for his pioneering role in the evolution of art during the 15th century. Born around 1419 near Florence, Italy, Castagno's work is synonymous with the emotional power and naturalistic treatment of figures, a testament to his innovative approach that diverged significantly from the prevailing artistic norms of his time. His ability to imbue frescoes and paintings with a sense of depth, character, and realism marked a departure from the less detailed and more symbolic art of the earlier Middle Ages, aligning him with the burgeoning humanist ideals of the Renaissance.

One of Castagno's most revered works, "The Last Supper," executed in the refectory of the convent of Sant'Apollonia in Florence, showcases his mastery in creating lifelike figures and spatial depth. This particular fresco was notable for its unprecedented detail and naturalism, setting a precedent that would later influence Leonardo da Vinci's rendition of the same subject. Besides "The Last Supper," Castagno's contributions include a series of portraits of famous men for the Villa Carducci at Legnaia and significant religious works such as the "Assumption with Saints Julian and Miniato," now housed in Berlin. His work in Venice, particularly the frescoes in the San Zaccaria church, further exemplifies his innovative use of perspective and his influence from contemporaries like Donatello and Paolo Uccello.

Despite his relatively short life, succumbing to the plague in 1457, Castagno's legacy is profound, impacting not just his contemporaries but also setting a foundation for future generations. His works reside in prestigious galleries worldwide, serving as a beacon of the Renaissance's artistic achievements and the enduring appeal of realistic, emotionally resonant art.

For art collectors and experts, understanding Castagno's contributions offers invaluable insights into the evolution of Renaissance art and its foundational impact on Western artistic traditions. His works not only reflect the technological and philosophical advancements of the time but also highlight the individual artist's role in societal shifts.

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Date and place of birt:1423, San Godenzo, Italy
Date and place of death:19 august 1457, Florence, Italy
Nationality:Italy
Period of activity: XV century
Specialization:Artist, Painter
Art school / group:Florentine School, School of Ferrara
Genre:Portrait, Religious genre
Art style:Renaissance, Old Masters

Creators Italy

Hendrikus Johannes Knip (1819 - 1899)
Hendrikus Johannes Knip
1819 - 1899
 Domenico di Zanobi ()
Domenico di Zanobi
Beneš (Benedikt Julius) Knüpfer (1844 - 1910)
Beneš (Benedikt Julius) Knüpfer
1844 - 1910
Jacopo Palma I (1480 - 1528)
Jacopo Palma I
1480 - 1528
Romolo Romani (1884 - 1916)
Romolo Romani
1884 - 1916
Agenore Fabbri (1911 - 1998)
Agenore Fabbri
1911 - 1998
Jean Daprai (1929 - 2019)
Jean Daprai
1929 - 2019
Giuseppe Bernardino Bison (1762 - 1844)
Giuseppe Bernardino Bison
1762 - 1844
Cristoforo Cortese (1399 - 1445)
Cristoforo Cortese
1399 - 1445
Isidoro Bianchi (1581 - 1662)
Isidoro Bianchi
1581 - 1662
Marco Benefial (1684 - 1764)
Marco Benefial
1684 - 1764
Pietro da Cortona (1596 - 1669)
Pietro da Cortona
1596 - 1669
Giovanni Girolamo Savoldo (1480 - 1540)
Giovanni Girolamo Savoldo
1480 - 1540
Giorgio Schiavone (1436 - 1504)
Giorgio Schiavone
1436 - 1504
Fabio Fabbi (1861 - 1946)
Fabio Fabbi
1861 - 1946
Ludovico de Luigi (1933)
Ludovico de Luigi
1933

Creators Old Masters

Godfrey Kneller (1646 - 1723)
Godfrey Kneller
1646 - 1723
Guido Reni (1575 - 1642)
Guido Reni
1575 - 1642
Sébastien Leclerc (1637 - 1714)
Sébastien Leclerc
1637 - 1714
 Martainville Master (XV century - XVI century)
Martainville Master
XV century - XVI century
Frans Floris I (1516 - 1570)
Frans Floris I
1516 - 1570
Bernardino Licinio (1489 - 1565)
Bernardino Licinio
1489 - 1565
Mattheus van Helmont (1623 - 1679)
Mattheus van Helmont
1623 - 1679
Johann Heinrich Tischbein (1722 - 1789)
Johann Heinrich Tischbein
1722 - 1789
Giovanni Battista Pasqualini (1595 - 1631)
Giovanni Battista Pasqualini
1595 - 1631
Peeter Sion (1624 - 1695)
Peeter Sion
1624 - 1695
Lucio Marineo Siculo (1444 - 1533)
Lucio Marineo Siculo
1444 - 1533
Wolf Huber (1485 - 1553)
Wolf Huber
1485 - 1553
Teodoro Riccio (1540 - 1603)
Teodoro Riccio
1540 - 1603
 Maestro Di Griselda (XV century - ?)
Maestro Di Griselda
XV century - ?
Piero di Cosimo (1462 - 1522)
Piero di Cosimo
1462 - 1522
Jacob Adriaensz Backer (1608 - 1651)
Jacob Adriaensz Backer
1608 - 1651