Andrea del Sarto
Italian painter of the Renaissance
Born
July 16th, 1486
539 years ago
Died
1530
495 years ago — 44 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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Active during the High Renaissance, this painter created works characterized by clarity of form, subtlety of color, and intricate composition. Residing primarily in Florence, contributed to the development of Mannerism. This artist's notable works include frescoes in the Church of San Francesco, the Madonna of the Harpies, and a number of portraits that display exceptional skill in capturing human emotion. Undertook large-scale commissions that solidified reputation as a master of his craft.
Created the Madonna of the Harpies
Executed frescoes in the Church of San Francesco
Produced several significant portraits
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