Ferrer Bassa (1285 - 1348) - photo 1

Ferrer Bassa

Ferrer Bassa was a renowned Catalan Gothic painter and miniaturist, active in the early 14th century. His artistry not only graced the courts of Aragon but also laid the foundations of the Catalan School of painting. Bassa is celebrated for integrating the traditional Gothic style with French and Sienese influences, creating a unique visual lexicon that was ahead of his time.

Born around 1285, Bassa's career highlights include his work for Alfonso IV of Aragon and the impactful series of frescos in the St. Michael Chapel at the Monastery of Pedralbes in Barcelona. These frescos, executed between 1345-46, are Bassa's most significant surviving works. They showcase an Italianate style, featuring around twenty scenes that focus on the Passion of Christ and the Seven Pains of the Virgin. His work in the Great Canterbury Psalter also stands as a testament to his exemplary skills.

Bassa's contribution to the world of art extends beyond his own creations. He played a pivotal role in the evolution of the Catalan phase of Gothic painting, significantly influencing the period's artistic direction. His legacy was furthered by his son, Arnau Bassa, who continued his father's artistic journey.

For art collectors and enthusiasts, the works of Ferrer Bassa are more than historical artifacts; they are the keystones of Catalan Gothic art. His influence resonates in the works of subsequent artists and continues to inspire modern artistic expressions. For those wishing to delve deeper into the rich tapestry of Gothic art, Ferrer Bassa's works are an indispensable resource.

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Date and place of birt:1285, Avinyonet del Penedès, Spain
Date and place of death:1348, Barcelona, Spain
Nationality:Spain
Period of activity: XIV century
Specialization:Artist, Illustrator, Painter
Art school / group:Catalan and Balearic School
Genre:Religious genre
Art style:Gothic art

Creators Spain

Bernardo German de Llorente (1685 - 1757)
Bernardo German de Llorente
1685 - 1757
Mariano Fortuny y Marsal (1838 - 1874)
Mariano Fortuny y Marsal
1838 - 1874
Anton Lamazares (1954)
Anton Lamazares
1954
Louis de Morales (1509 - 1586)
Louis de Morales
1509 - 1586
Jorge Ingles (1420 - 1500)
Jorge Ingles
1420 - 1500
Gustavo Cochet (1894 - 1979)
Gustavo Cochet
1894 - 1979
Frederico Lloveras i Herrera (1912 - 1983)
Frederico Lloveras i Herrera
1912 - 1983
Rafael Tejeo (1798 - 1856)
Rafael Tejeo
1798 - 1856
Paul Cadmus (1904 - 1999)
Paul Cadmus
1904 - 1999
Juan van der Hamen y León (1596 - 1631)
Juan van der Hamen y León
1596 - 1631
Francisco Pacheco (1564 - 1644)
Francisco Pacheco
1564 - 1644
Antonio González Velázquez (1723 - 1793)
Antonio González Velázquez
1723 - 1793
Pablo Emilio Gargallo (1881 - 1934)
Pablo Emilio Gargallo
1881 - 1934
Andrea Belvedere (1652 - 1732)
Andrea Belvedere
1652 - 1732
Aligi Sassu (1912 - 2000)
Aligi Sassu
1912 - 2000
Jaume Plensa (1955)
Jaume Plensa
1955

Creators Gothic art

Meo Da Siena (1310 - 1333)
Meo Da Siena
1310 - 1333
Jacob Cornelisz van Oostsanen (1470 - 1533)
Jacob Cornelisz van Oostsanen
1470 - 1533
Cecco di Pietro (1330 - 1402)
Cecco di Pietro
1330 - 1402
Matteo Giovannetti (XIV century - 1370)
Matteo Giovannetti
XIV century - 1370
Pietro Lorenzetti (1280 - 1348)
Pietro Lorenzetti
1280 - 1348
Jacopo di Mino Del Pelliciaio (1330 - 1410)
Jacopo di Mino Del Pelliciaio
1330 - 1410
Gregorio di Cecco (1390 - 1424)
Gregorio di Cecco
1390 - 1424
Albrecht Dürer (1471 - 1528)
Albrecht Dürer
1471 - 1528
Giorgio d'Alemagna (1410 - 1479)
Giorgio d'Alemagna
1410 - 1479
Maestro di San Martino (XIII century - ?)
Maestro di San Martino
XIII century - ?
Hans Klocker (1474 - 1500)
Hans Klocker
1474 - 1500
Paolo Veneziano (1290 - 1362)
Paolo Veneziano
1290 - 1362
 Meister von Irrsdorf (1480 - ?)
Meister von Irrsdorf
1480 - ?
Nicolas Dipre (1460 - 1532)
Nicolas Dipre
1460 - 1532
Enrico di Tedice (XIII century - ?)
Enrico di Tedice
XIII century - ?
Hans Leinberger (1480 - 1531)
Hans Leinberger
1480 - 1531