Bernardo Accolti
Italian poet and author of 'Rustico d'Amore'
Born
September 11th, 1465
559 years ago
Died
1536
489 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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Born in 1465 in Italy, a poet contributed significantly to Renaissance literature. Accolti's works often reflected themes of love and human emotion. The poem 'Rustico d'Amore' is among the most recognized, showcasing his lyrical style and intricate imagery. His literature resonated during his time and influenced subsequent poets in the Italian tradition. Accolti's contributions to the poetic craft are evident in the form and themes prevalent in Italian poetry in the following centuries.
Wrote the poem 'Rustico d'Amore'
Contributed to Renaissance poetry
Influenced later Italian poets
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