Antonio Franchi (Il Lucchese) (1638 - 1709)
1638-07-14Florence, Italy1709-07-18Florence, ItalyItaly
Antonio Franchi (Il Lucchese)
Antonio Franchi was an Italian painter of the 17th century, active mainly in Florence and Lucca. In 1683 he was admitted to the Accademia dell'Arte del Disegno. He died in Florence. His paintings have the porcelain crispness of design, characteristic of Carlo Dolci; and some the sensuality of a Francesco Furini.
Date and place of birt: | 14 july 1638, Florence, Italy |
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Date and place of death: | 18 july 1709, Florence, Italy |
Nationality: | Italy |
Period of activity: | XVII, XVIII century |
Specialization: | Artist, Painter, Portraitist |
Genre: | Mythological painting, Portrait, Religious genre |
Art style: | Baroque |
Technique: | Oil, Oil on canvas |