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

Roberto Crippa (1921 - 1972)
Roberto Crippa
1921 - 1972
Jean-Joseph Taillasson (1745 - 1809)
Jean-Joseph Taillasson
1745 - 1809
Bartolomeo Altomonte (1694 - 1783)
Bartolomeo Altomonte
1694 - 1783
Eugenio Benvenuti (1881 - 1959)
Eugenio Benvenuti
1881 - 1959
Giovanni Alberti (1558 - 1601)
Giovanni Alberti
1558 - 1601
Giustino di Gherardino da Forlì (XIV century)
Giustino di Gherardino da Forlì
XIV century
Léon Gischia (1903 - 1991)
Léon Gischia
1903 - 1991
Jules Maidoff (1933)
Jules Maidoff
1933
Cesare Lapini (1848 - 1893)
Cesare Lapini
1848 - 1893
Martino Di Bartolomeo (1389 - 1434)
Martino Di Bartolomeo
1389 - 1434
Giovanni Coli (1636 - 1691)
Giovanni Coli
1636 - 1691
Francesco Vanni (1563 - 1610)
Francesco Vanni
1563 - 1610
Anna Gili (1960)
Anna Gili
1960
Ivan Rendić (1849 - 1932)
Ivan Rendić
1849 - 1932
Vincenzo Agnetti (1926 - 1981)
Vincenzo Agnetti
1926 - 1981
John William Waterhouse (1849 - 1917)
John William Waterhouse
1849 - 1917

Creators Old Masters

Andrea del Verrocchio (1435 - 1488)
Andrea del Verrocchio
1435 - 1488
Altobello Melone (1491 - 1543)
Altobello Melone
1491 - 1543
Jan Polack (1435 - 1519)
Jan Polack
1435 - 1519
Jorge Ingles (1420 - 1500)
Jorge Ingles
1420 - 1500
Giovanni Battista Salvi (1609 - 1685)
Giovanni Battista Salvi
1609 - 1685
Joris Hoefnagel (1542 - 1601)
Joris Hoefnagel
1542 - 1601
Cima da Conegliano (1459 - 1518)
Cima da Conegliano
1459 - 1518
Johannes Crastonis (XV century - 1498)
Johannes Crastonis
XV century - 1498
 Master of the Turin Adoration (XV century - ?)
Master of the Turin Adoration
XV century - ?
Filippo Lippi (1406 - 1469)
Filippo Lippi
1406 - 1469
Barend Gael (1630 - 1698)
Barend Gael
1630 - 1698
Sebastian Stoskopf (1597 - 1657)
Sebastian Stoskopf
1597 - 1657
Giovan Francesco Gessi (1588 - 1649)
Giovan Francesco Gessi
1588 - 1649
Giorgio Ghisi (1520 - 1582)
Giorgio Ghisi
1520 - 1582
Andrea Meldolla (1510 - 1563)
Andrea Meldolla
1510 - 1563
Johannes Schoeff (1608 - 1666)
Johannes Schoeff
1608 - 1666
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