Sebastiano del Piombo
Italian painter known for portraiture
Born
1485
541 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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A prominent Italian painter and educator of the Renaissance, he worked in the Venetian and Roman traditions. His artistic career was marked by the blending of color and light, influencing subsequent generations. His notable works include religious and portrait paintings, showcasing a mastery of composition and human anatomy. He collaborated with leading artists of the time and contributed to the development of portraiture. The integration of tonal painting with the Venetian style was a defining feature of his work.
Created the 'The Raising of Lazarus'
Painted portraits of prominent figures like Andrea Doria
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