What Happened This Year 1554

People Who Died in 1554

Alessandro Bonvicino

Italian painter known for 'Madonna and Child'
Born
1498 527 years ago
Died
December 22nd, 1554 470 years ago — 56 years old

Active during the Renaissance, this painter specialized in religious subjects and altarpieces. Primarily worked in the Lombardy region, contributing significantly to the artistic movement. Demonstrated proficiency in color, light, and composition. The work 'Madonna and Child' remains one of the prominent examples of his style and influence within the period.

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Sebastiano Serlio

Italian Mannerist architect and author
Born
September 6th, 1475 549 years ago
Died
1554 471 years ago — 79 years old

An influential Mannerist architect and theorist, contributed significantly to the development of architectural theory during the Renaissance. Published 'Tutte l'Opere d'Architettura' which became a crucial reference for Renaissance architecture. Served as an architect in the French court under King Francis I, utilizing classical forms in designs. His work influenced both contemporaries and later generations of architects, particularly in Italy and France.

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João Manuel

Prince of Portugal, Duke of Beja
Born
June 3rd, 1537 487 years ago
Died
1554 471 years ago — 17 years old

Born into the House of Aviz, this individual served as a prince and held the title of Duke of Beja. His lineage connected him to the royal family of Portugal, with a focus on the political and military affairs of the realm during the 16th century. As a member of the Portuguese nobility, he played a role in the governance and administration of the kingdom, contributing to the stability and legacy of the monarchy. The prince's engagements were noted during a time marked by exploration and the expansion of Portuguese influence.

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