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

Fernanda Fedi (1940)
Fernanda Fedi
1940
Giacomo Raibolini (1486 - 1557)
Giacomo Raibolini
1486 - 1557
Guglielmo Borremans (1672 - 1744)
Guglielmo Borremans
1672 - 1744
Pierre Puget (1620 - 1694)
Pierre Puget
1620 - 1694
Francesco Simonini (1686 - 1753)
Francesco Simonini
1686 - 1753
Felice Boscaratti (1721 - 1807)
Felice Boscaratti
1721 - 1807
Simone Martini (1284 - 1344)
Simone Martini
1284 - 1344
Сarl Christian Vogel von Vogelstein (1788 - 1868)
Сarl Christian Vogel von Vogelstein
1788 - 1868
Girolamo Pieri Nerli (1860 - 1926)
Girolamo Pieri Nerli
1860 - 1926
Niccolo Di Ser Sozzo Tegliacci (1334 - 1363)
Niccolo Di Ser Sozzo Tegliacci
1334 - 1363
Angelo Paglia (1681 - 1763)
Angelo Paglia
1681 - 1763
Emilio Longoni (1859 - 1932)
Emilio Longoni
1859 - 1932
Achille Perilli (1927 - 2021)
Achille Perilli
1927 - 2021
Giovanni Battista Galestruzzi (1618 - 1677)
Giovanni Battista Galestruzzi
1618 - 1677
 Giorgione (1477 - 1510)
Giorgione
1477 - 1510
Federico Faruffini (1831 - 1869)
Federico Faruffini
1831 - 1869

Creators Old Masters

Niccolò Roselli (XVI century - 1580)
Niccolò Roselli
XVI century - 1580
Jean Raoux (1677 - 1734)
Jean Raoux
1677 - 1734
Barend Gael (1630 - 1698)
Barend Gael
1630 - 1698
Charles Mellin (1597 - 1649)
Charles Mellin
1597 - 1649
Pieter Steenwijck (1615 - 1666)
Pieter Steenwijck
1615 - 1666
Pseudo-Jan van Kessel II (XVI century - ?)
Pseudo-Jan van Kessel II
XVI century - ?
Claus Strigel (XV century - ?)
Claus Strigel
XV century - ?
Tiberio di Tito (1573 - 1627)
Tiberio di Tito
1573 - 1627
Francesco Albani (1578 - 1660)
Francesco Albani
1578 - 1660
Juan Flandes (1460 - 1519)
Juan Flandes
1460 - 1519
Daniel Seiter (1649 - 1705)
Daniel Seiter
1649 - 1705
Jacob Cats (1741 - 1799)
Jacob Cats
1741 - 1799
Teodoro Riccio (1540 - 1603)
Teodoro Riccio
1540 - 1603
Francois van Knibbergen (1597 - 1665)
Francois van Knibbergen
1597 - 1665
Antoine Coypel (1661 - 1722)
Antoine Coypel
1661 - 1722
Ercole de Roberti (1450 - 1496)
Ercole de Roberti
1450 - 1496