Andrea Locatelli (1695 - 1741)
1695-12-19Rome, Italy1741-02-19Rome, ItalyItaly
Andrea Locatelli
Andrea Locatelli was an Italian painter of landscapes (vedute).
The subject matter most popular with the academic artists of this time was mainly sacred, historical or mythological themes. Locatelli broke with these traditions and concentrated on landscapes, a genre thought to be inferior by the art critics of his day. In fact, he was never allowed induction into the Accademia di San Luca, a very prestigious mark of honor, even though his work was in great demand.
Date and place of birt: | 19 december 1695, Rome, Italy |
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Date and place of death: | 19 february 1741, Rome, Italy |
Nationality: | Italy |
Period of activity: | XVIII century |
Specialization: | Artist, Landscape painter, Painter |
Genre: | Veduta, Landscape painting, Mythological painting, Rural landscape |
Art style: | Baroque |