Giovanni Lanfranco (1582 - 1647)

Giovanni Lanfranco

Giovanni Lanfranco was an Italian painter, fresco artist and draughtsman who worked mainly in Rome and Naples. Along with Guercino and Pietro da Cortona, he is considered one of the founders of the High Baroque in painting.

Date and place of birt:	26 january 1582, Parma, Italy
Date and place of death:	30 november 1647, Rome, Italy
Nationality:	Italy
Period of activity:	XVI, XVII century
Specialization:	Artist, Draftsman, Painter
Art school / group:	Bolognese School
Art style:	Baroque
Technique:	Fresco