Fra Galgario
Italian painter known for portraits

Born
March 4th, 1655
370 years ago
Died
1743
282 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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A prominent Italian painter, recognized for creating a significant body of work during the late Baroque period. Primarily active in Milan, produced a series of portraits that depicted notable individuals of the time. His artistic style was characterized by a combination of realism and baroque influences, often utilizing dramatic lighting and expressive poses. Several works remain celebrated in art history, especially his contributions to portraiture.
Created a series of notable portraits
Contributed to Milanese Baroque art
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