Agostino Tassi (1580 - 1644) - photo 1

Agostino Tassi

Agostino Tassi was an Italian painter renowned for his expertise in creating illusionistic architectural decorations and landscapes. His work adorned several Roman palaces, including the Quirinale and the Doria Pamphili. Notably, Tassi had a significant influence on the Dutch artist Leonaert Bramer through his night scenes​​.

Agostino Tassi's life, however, is often overshadowed by his criminal actions. In 1612, he was convicted of raping Artemisia Gentileschi, a notable Italian Baroque painter. This event has had a lasting impact on feminist perspectives of Gentileschi's works and life. Despite his artistic talents, Tassi's personal life was marred by legal troubles, including accusations of raping his sister-in-law and being suspected of hiring bandits to kill one of his wives​​.

His teaching career included mentoring Claude Lorrain and Viviano Codazzi, indicating his significance in the art community of his time. Tassi's artistic legacy includes frescoes and some canvas works, such as "The Embarkation of a Queen" and "The Coral Fishers"​​.

For those interested in art history, particularly the Baroque period and its complex interplay of artistic brilliance and personal turmoil, Tassi's life and works provide a fascinating study. To stay updated on exhibitions, sales, and scholarly research related to Agostino Tassi, consider subscribing to updates focused on this intriguing figure from art history. This subscription will ensure you're informed about the latest discoveries and opportunities to engage with Tassi's legacy in the context of art and culture.

Date and place of birt:1580, Rome, Italy
Date and place of death:1644, Rome, Italy
Period of activity: XVII century
Specialization:Artist, Painter
Art school / group:Italian school
Genre:Landscape painting, Mythological painting
Art style:Baroque, Old Masters

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