Francesco Albani (1578 - 1660)

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Francesco Albani

Francesco Albani was a renowned Italian painter and fresco artist. He is celebrated for his contributions to the academic Bolognese school, which was profoundly influenced by the Carracci family, under whom Albani trained. Albani's artistic journey began at the young age of 12, marking the start of a career that would see him become one of the 17th-century's most esteemed Bolognese masters.

Francesco Albani's style is characterized by its lyricism and often features cherubic figures, a trait that became his signature. Despite not embracing the monumentality or tenebrism prevalent in the works of his contemporaries, his thematic appeal and mannerist elegance have earned him a place in art history. His works often comprise mythological and religious scenes, executed with a refined and lyrical view of nature. This approach helped disseminate the classical ideals prominent in Carracci's landscapes.

Among Francesco Albani's notable works are his frescoes in the Hall of Aeneas at Palazzo Fava in Bologna and Palazzo Doria Pamphilj in Rome, and his paintings "The Judgment of Paris" and "The Toilet of Venus". His works can be found in prestigious collections worldwide, including the Museo del Prado, Galleria Borghese in Rome, and the Hermitage in St. Petersburg.

Francesco Albani's influence extended beyond his lifetime, with his classicising and idealised scenes finding favor with 18th-century French painters and collectors. However, his popularity waned during the 19th century. Despite this, his work remains an integral part of the study of Baroque art, particularly in understanding the transition from Mannerism to Baroque styles​​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, the legacy of Francesco Albani presents an opportunity to explore a pivotal moment in the history of Italian painting. His works not only provide aesthetic pleasure but also serve as important cultural artifacts, offering insights into the artistic trends and societal values of the 17th century.

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Date and place of birt:17 august 1578, Bologna, Italy
Date and place of death:4 october 1660, Bologna, Italy
Nationality:Italy
Period of activity: XVI, XVII century
Specialization:Artist, Icon painter, Painter
Art school / group:Bolognese School
Genre:History painting, Mythological painting, Religious genre
Art style:Academism, Baroque, Mannerism, Old Masters

Creators Italy

Enea Vico (1523 - 1567)
Enea Vico
1523 - 1567
Ferdinando Codognotto (1940)
Ferdinando Codognotto
1940
 Giandante X (1899 - 1984)
Giandante X
1899 - 1984
Giulio Romano (1499 - 1546)
Giulio Romano
1499 - 1546
Teresa Del Pò (1649 - 1716)
Teresa Del Pò
1649 - 1716
Angelo Paglia (1681 - 1763)
Angelo Paglia
1681 - 1763
Gaetano Gandolfi (1734 - 1802)
Gaetano Gandolfi
1734 - 1802
Peppi Bottrop (1986)
Peppi Bottrop
1986
Andrea Mantegna (1431 - 1506)
Andrea Mantegna
1431 - 1506
Titina Maselli (1924 - 2005)
Titina Maselli
1924 - 2005
Giovanni Mannozzi (1592 - 1636)
Giovanni Mannozzi
1592 - 1636
Pierre Subleyras (1699 - 1749)
Pierre Subleyras
1699 - 1749
Giovanni Fattori (1825 - 1908)
Giovanni Fattori
1825 - 1908
Matteo Baccelli (1770 - 1850)
Matteo Baccelli
1770 - 1850
Emile-Francois David (1824 - 1891)
Emile-Francois David
1824 - 1891
Paolo Gerolamo (Girolamo) Piola (1666 - 1721)
Paolo Gerolamo (Girolamo) Piola
1666 - 1721

Creators Academism

Bernardo Cavallino (1616 - 1656)
Bernardo Cavallino
1616 - 1656
Jacinto Jeronimo de Espinosa (1600 - 1667)
Jacinto Jeronimo de Espinosa
1600 - 1667
Pyotr Fyodorovich Sokolov (1787 - 1848)
Pyotr Fyodorovich Sokolov
1787 - 1848
Johann Georg Waxschlunger (XVII century - 1737)
Johann Georg Waxschlunger
XVII century - 1737
Jean-Baptiste Huet (1745 - 1811)
Jean-Baptiste Huet
1745 - 1811
Anna Waser (1678 - 1714)
Anna Waser
1678 - 1714
Friedrich Randel (1808 - 1886)
Friedrich Randel
1808 - 1886
Lorenzo Lippi (1606 - 1665)
Lorenzo Lippi
1606 - 1665
Johann Hermann Kretzschmer (1811 - 1890)
Johann Hermann Kretzschmer
1811 - 1890
Salomon de Bray (1597 - 1664)
Salomon de Bray
1597 - 1664
Cesare Pronti (1626 - 1708)
Cesare Pronti
1626 - 1708
Ludwig Eibl (1842 - 1918)
Ludwig Eibl
1842 - 1918
Barbara Regina Dietzsch (1706 - 1783)
Barbara Regina Dietzsch
1706 - 1783
Jean-Paul Laurens (1838 - 1921)
Jean-Paul Laurens
1838 - 1921
 Youqua (XIX century)
Youqua
XIX century
Franz Quallio (1844 - 1920)
Franz Quallio
1844 - 1920