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

Vernon Lee (1856 - 1935)
Vernon Lee
1856 - 1935
Ludovico Dorigny (1654 - 1742)
Ludovico Dorigny
1654 - 1742
Francesco Solimena (1657 - 1747)
Francesco Solimena
1657 - 1747
Karel Dujardin (1626 - 1678)
Karel Dujardin
1626 - 1678
Sano Di Pietro (1402 - 1481)
Sano Di Pietro
1402 - 1481
Andrea del Sarto (1486 - 1530)
Andrea del Sarto
1486 - 1530
Marziale Carpinoni (1644 - 1722)
Marziale Carpinoni
1644 - 1722
Pasquale Romanelli (1812 - 1887)
Pasquale Romanelli
1812 - 1887
Olga Mikhailovna Bernatsky (1899 - 1971)
Olga Mikhailovna Bernatsky
1899 - 1971
Carlo Magini (1720 - 1806)
Carlo Magini
1720 - 1806
Romano Vio (1913 - 1984)
Romano Vio
1913 - 1984
Antoine-Victor Joinville (1801 - 1849)
Antoine-Victor Joinville
1801 - 1849
Coppo Di Marcovaldo (1225 - 1276)
Coppo Di Marcovaldo
1225 - 1276
Domenico Campagnola (1500 - 1564)
Domenico Campagnola
1500 - 1564
Giovanni Mannozzi (1592 - 1636)
Giovanni Mannozzi
1592 - 1636
Rudolf Schadow (1786 - 1832)
Rudolf Schadow
1786 - 1832

Creators Old Masters

Ludger tom Ring the Younger (1522 - 1584)
Ludger tom Ring the Younger
1522 - 1584
Francesco Allegrini (1567 - 1663)
Francesco Allegrini
1567 - 1663
Jan Provoost (1465 - 1529)
Jan Provoost
1465 - 1529
Giorgio Vasari (1511 - 1574)
Giorgio Vasari
1511 - 1574
Luca Giordano (1634 - 1705)
Luca Giordano
1634 - 1705
Evert Oudendijck (1650 - 1695)
Evert Oudendijck
1650 - 1695
Mattia Preti (1613 - 1699)
Mattia Preti
1613 - 1699
Willem van Mieris (1662 - 1747)
Willem van Mieris
1662 - 1747
Balthasar Moncornet (1600 - 1668)
Balthasar Moncornet
1600 - 1668
Juan van der Hamen y León (1596 - 1631)
Juan van der Hamen y León
1596 - 1631
Anton Enzinger (1683 - 1768)
Anton Enzinger
1683 - 1768
Bartolomeo Passerotti (1529 - 1592)
Bartolomeo Passerotti
1529 - 1592
Dieric Bouts (1410 - 1475)
Dieric Bouts
1410 - 1475
Vincenzo Di Antonio Frediani (1481 - 1505)
Vincenzo Di Antonio Frediani
1481 - 1505
Reinhold Vasters (1827 - 1909)
Reinhold Vasters
1827 - 1909
Raffaello Santi (1483 - 1520)
Raffaello Santi
1483 - 1520