People Who Died in 1747
Francesco Solimena
Italian Baroque painter and illustrator
Born
October 4th, 1657 367 years ago
Died
1747 278 years ago — 90 years old
Active during the late 17th and early 18th centuries, this artist specialized in Baroque painting, creating numerous religious works. Influenced by Neapolitan and Venetian styles, gained recognition for significant contributions to church decoration and altarpieces. Worked primarily in Naples, creating pieces for prominent churches and noble patrons.
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