Giovanni Antonio Burrini (1656 - 1727)

Giovanni Antonio Burrini

Giovanni Antonio Burrini was an Italian painter and engraver who worked during the Late Baroque period.

Giovanni Antonio Burrini worked mainly as a painter, specialising in religious and historical subjects. His style was influenced by the Bolognese school of painting, which emphasized classical composition, clear forms, and vivid colours.

Burrini's paintings often depicted scenes from biblical narratives and mythological stories. His work was distinguished by his meticulous attention to detail, delicate brushwork and sense of dramatic illumination and atmosphere. He also created intricate and finely detailed engravings.