Antonio Zanchi (1631 - 1722) - photo 1

Antonio Zanchi

Antonio Zanchi, a distinguished Italian Baroque painter, was renowned for his dynamic and emotionally charged artworks, primarily active in Venice from 1631 to 1722. Born in Este, Antonio Zanchi's artistic journey began under the guidance of Giacomo Predali and later Francesco Ruschi, which led him to Venice where he was deeply influenced by Tintoretto and the Roman painter Francesco Ruschi. His artworks are celebrated for their dramatic realism and effective use of chiaroscuro, embodying the Baroque's intensity and passion​​​​.

Antonio Zanchi's portfolio spans a variety of subjects, including religious and mythological scenes, that showcase his robust style and attention to emotional depth. Noteworthy works include his depiction of the Plague of Venice and the ceiling painting of the Crowning of the Virgin Mary with St. Girolamo Miani in Venice's Patriarchal Seminary. His influence extended beyond his lifetime, with pupils like Francesco Trevisani and Antonio Molinari carrying on his artistic legacy​​.

For collectors and art enthusiasts, Antonio Zanchi's works offer a glimpse into the Venetian Baroque's rich tapestry, reflecting the era's artistic vigor and complexity. His paintings, found in various Italian cities and even in Bavaria, continue to be revered for their compelling narratives and artistic mastery.

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Date and place of birt:6 december 1631, Este, Italy
Date and place of death:12 april 1722, Venice, Italy
Nationality:Italy
Period of activity: XVII, XVIII century
Specialization:Artist, Genre painter, Painter
Genre:Mythological painting, Religious genre
Art style:Baroque, Old Masters, Tenebrism

Creators Italy

René Gruau (1909 - 2004)
René Gruau
1909 - 2004
Ivan Meštrović (1883 - 1962)
Ivan Meštrović
1883 - 1962
 Giorgione (1477 - 1510)
Giorgione
1477 - 1510
Jonathan Guaitamacchi (1961)
Jonathan Guaitamacchi
1961
Giacomo Balla (1871 - 1958)
Giacomo Balla
1871 - 1958
Italo Mus (1892 - 1967)
Italo Mus
1892 - 1967
Joseph Gott (1785 - 1860)
Joseph Gott
1785 - 1860
Achille Vertunni (1826 - 1897)
Achille Vertunni
1826 - 1897
Olga Mikhailovna Bernatsky (1899 - 1971)
Olga Mikhailovna Bernatsky
1899 - 1971
Tommaso Aloisio Juvara (1809 - 1875)
Tommaso Aloisio Juvara
1809 - 1875
Vittorio Miele (1926 - 1999)
Vittorio Miele
1926 - 1999
Gianni Colombo (1937 - 1993)
Gianni Colombo
1937 - 1993
Gianfilippo Usellini (1903 - 1971)
Gianfilippo Usellini
1903 - 1971
Pietro Annigoni (1910 - 1988)
Pietro Annigoni
1910 - 1988
Alfonso Simonetti (1840 - 1892)
Alfonso Simonetti
1840 - 1892
Renato Natali (1883 - 1979)
Renato Natali
1883 - 1979

Creators Baroque

Gioacchino Assereto (1600 - 1649)
Gioacchino Assereto
1600 - 1649
Francesco Panini (1745 - 1812)
Francesco Panini
1745 - 1812
Charles Mellin (1597 - 1649)
Charles Mellin
1597 - 1649
Januarius Zick (1730 - 1797)
Januarius Zick
1730 - 1797
Giovanni Marchiori (1696 - 1778)
Giovanni Marchiori
1696 - 1778
Willem Kalf (1619 - 1693)
Willem Kalf
1619 - 1693
Tommaso di Credi (XV century - ?)
Tommaso di Credi
XV century - ?
Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione (1609 - 1664)
Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione
1609 - 1664
Marco Marziale (1440 - 1507)
Marco Marziale
1440 - 1507
Adriaen van Utrecht (1599 - 1652)
Adriaen van Utrecht
1599 - 1652
Herman Verelst (1641 - 1702)
Herman Verelst
1641 - 1702
Francisco Risi (1608 - 1685)
Francisco Risi
1608 - 1685
Anton Woensam (1499 - 1541)
Anton Woensam
1499 - 1541
Arnaldo Tornieri (1739 - 1829)
Arnaldo Tornieri
1739 - 1829
Jacob Duck (1600 - 1667)
Jacob Duck
1600 - 1667
Pier Francesco Mola (1612 - 1666)
Pier Francesco Mola
1612 - 1666