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Λεονάρντο Ντα Βίντσι 1452–1519
Ιταλός Born in Αντσιάνο Υψηλή Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 32 of 32 languages
Renaissance, master by master
Among the Renaissance painters, Λεονάρντο Ντα Βίντσι (1452–1519) holds the first place, celebrated for Μόνα Λίζα (La Gioconda) and Το Τελευταίο Δείπνο. Μιχαήλ Άγγελος, Άλμπρεχτ Ντύρερ, Ραφαήλ and Τζόττο follow. The catalogue spans 100 masters, from Τσιμαμπούε (born 1240) to Λούκα Τζορντάνο (born 1634), across 8 countries.
About this catalogue. This catalogue gathers the artists whose works our collection records as Renaissance, ordered by our fame ranking. Artists born after 1955 with no Wikidata record await verification. Beside each name, the number of our 32 languages in which Wikipedia devotes an article to the artist.
The collection in brief
Master by master
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Ιταλός Born in Αντσιάνο Υψηλή Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 32 of 32 languages
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Καπρέζε Μικελάντζελο Γειακές Αναγέννηση, Μανιερισμός Wikipedia, 32 of 32 languages
Born in 1475, Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni spent his early years near Settignano, where his father owned a quarry. By the time he reached Rome in 1496, he was already carving figures that possessed a heavy, palpable presence. The Pietà, completed in 1499, shows this early ability to make marble appear as soft as flesh, even as it carries the weight of a dead man.
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Γερμανός Born in Νυρεμβέργη Βόρεια Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 32 of 32 languages
He did not merely observe the surface of things; he applied a rigorous, analytical approach to the way light falls upon a limb or how a body occupies space. He moved beyond the simple imitation of nature, striving instead to grasp the underlying rules that govern its form. Even in his later years, his curiosity remained active, leading him through the Netherlands between 1520 and 1521.
On view at In London, the British Museum holds a vast assembly of sixty-seven of his works, offering a deep look into the precision of his vision.
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Ουρμπίνο Ύψλοτερη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 32 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Πιέβε ντι Καντόρε Ρενασαμέντο, Βενετσιάνικο Wikipedia, 32 of 32 languages
His subjects were as varied as the people who walked the streets of Venice. In works like Venus of Urbino, he redefined how the human form was presented, using color to create a sense of presence that felt almost tactile. His paintings remain in the great collections of the world, from the Prado in Madrid to the National Gallery in London, serving as a permanent record of a man who mastered the art of seeing.
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Φλωρεντία Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Σαν Τζοβάνι Βαλντάρνο Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
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Ολλανδός Born in Σέρτοχενμπος Σουρεαλισμός, Συμβολισμός Wikipedia, 32 of 32 languages
He does not seek the smooth, invisible surface favored by many of his contemporaries. Through the precise use of glazing—layering thin, translucent washes of color—he achieves a sense of luminous depth and intricate texture. Salvador Dalí and Max Ernst looked toward his canvases to find a visual language for the subconscious, drawing direct inspiration from his ability to render the impossible with startling clarity.
On view at The weight of Bosch's legacy is concentrated heavily in Madrid.
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Italian Born in Σανσεπόλκρο Early Renaissance Wikipedia, 30 of 32 languages
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Φλαμανδός Born in Μπρέντα Βόρεια Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 32 of 32 languages
His path into the arts began around 1545 when he entered the workshop of Pieter Coecke van Aelst. As an apprentice to this respected Antwerp painter, Bruegel learned the technical rigors of oil painting and drawing. By 1552, he had reached Rome and even traveled as far south as Reggio Calabria.
On view at In Vienna, the Kunsthistorisches Museum holds a vast assembly of his creations, preserving many of the scenes that once filled the halls of the powerful.
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Ιταλός Born in Πάδοβα Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 30 of 32 languages
By the age of ten or eleven, he had been adopted by Francesco Squarcione, a local painter and collector of antiquities. His social and professional standing continued to expand through strategic connections; in 1453, he married into the Venetian Bellini firm, a move that linked his burgeoning career to one of the most significant artistic lineages in the region. Beyond the borders of the Italian peninsula, his approach to form and space resonated with northern artists, including Albrecht Dürer.
On view at The physical presence of Mantegna’s vision remains scattered across the major cultural centers of Europe and the Americas.
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Καστελφράνκο Βένετο Βενετιανή Σχολή Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
While the exact year of his birth remains a subject of debate, his presence in the Venetian art scene was established early. He did not work in a vacuum; his development was shaped by the rigorous traditions of the Venetian school. Palma Vecchio and Giovanni Cariani both utilized the tonal depth and light-driven compositions that Giorgione pioneered.
On view at His presence is felt most strongly in Vienna, where the Kunsthistorisches Museum houses several significant pieces, including the Portrait of Francesco Maria della Rovere.
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Πρατοβετσίου Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
Mary's Presentation in the Temple - Duomo, Prato. Funerary Monument to Sir John Hawkwood - Duomo, Florence.
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Γερμανός Born in Άουγκσμπουργκ Βόρεια Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 29 of 32 languages
Holbein’s work operates through a Northern Renaissance style that prioritizes a hyper-realistic clarity. He did not rely on vague impressions; instead, he used oil paint to achieve vivid colors and a level of precise detail that makes the subjects feel immediate. Through his brush, we see the faces and the intellectual weight of the humanists who shaped European thought, such as Desiderius Erasmus and Thomas More.
On view at The National Gallery in London maintains a significant presence of his output, providing a direct link to the Tudor era through several of his portraits.
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Σιένα Σιενέζικη Σχολή, Γοτθικό Τρεκέντο Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Βυζαντινή & Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages
He was a child of the Florentine streets, growing up in a landscape where the heavy, golden formality of the East met a new, restless desire for something more human.
On view at To follow the path of his brush is to travel across the great cities of Europe and beyond.
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Βερόνα Μανιερισμός, Φυσιοκρατισμός, Βενετσιάνικη σχολή Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
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Italian Born in Βενετία Venetian Renaissance Wikipedia, 30 of 32 languages
In his youth, his brush followed the strict, linear precision of the International Gothic style, where every edge was clearly defined and every form was contained by a sharp outline. While many of his contemporaries still relied upon the quick-drying tempera, Bellini was among the first Venetian artists to fully exploit the unique potential of oil.
On view at To walk through the halls of the Gallerie dell'Accademia di Venezia is to encounter the very heart of his legacy, for this collection holds twenty-four of his works.
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Πρώινο Αναγέννησης Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
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Γερμανός Born in Κρόναχ Γερμανική Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
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Italian Born in Τσιττά ντελλα Πιέβε Renaissance Wikipedia, 30 of 32 languages
«Η Παναγία και το Παιδί περιτριβασμένη από δύο Άγγελο»: Θεωρούμενο ως ένα από τα κορυφαία επιτεύγματά του, αυτό το αριστούργημα exemplifies την κυριαρχία του στο χρώμα και τη σύνθεση, αγγίζοντας την τρυφερότητα της Μαρίας και του Ιησού με εκπληκτική ευαισθησία.
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Italian Born in Βενετία Venetian Renaissance Wikipedia, 26 of 32 languages
As a young man in the Venetian school, he sought out the guidance of Gentile Bellini. This early education helped him establish himself within the competitive artistic landscape of the Republic, setting the stage for a career spent documenting both sacred stories and the daily realities of his home city. He drew heavily from the style of Antonello da Messina and the meticulous traditions of early Netherlandish art.
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Ιταλία Born in Κρεμόνα Ρενάσαンス Wikipedia, 29 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 30 of 32 languages
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Γερμανός Born in Βύρτσμπουργκ Γερμανική Αναγέννηση, Γοτικό Στυλ Wikipedia, 29 of 32 languages
In the hospital chapel of the Monastery of St Anthony in Isenheim, Alsace, a massive polyptych is being realized. This is the Isenheim Altarpiece, a work designed for a specific, agonizing purpose.
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Φλαμίνγος Born in Βρυξελλές Χρυσή Εποχή της Ολλανδίας Wikipedia, 27 of 32 languages
His ability to translate biblical narratives, such as the Massacre of the Innocents, into contemporary Netherlandish settings allowed his art to resonate with the political and social tensions of the Eighty Years' War, making his work deeply embedded in the historical consciousness of his era. Ultimately, the legacy of Brueghel the Younger is one of continuity and expansion. His early years were shaped by a household steeped in creativity, nurtured by his mother, Mayken Coceke van Aelst —an accomplished miniature painter—and guided by the foundational artistic wisdom of his grandmother, Mayken Verhulst.
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Υψηλή Αναγέννηση και Μανιερισμός Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages
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Γερμανός Born in Ρέγκενσμπουργκ Δάνουβερική Σχολή Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages
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Ιταλία Born in Περούτζα Ρενάσαンス Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages
Influences: Perugino, Umbrian School of Painting, Gothic traditions.
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Βελγιοςέζος Born in Γάνδη Πρώιμη Νόρεια Ρεναίσα Wikipedia, 25 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρτία Πρωϊνή Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
Born in Florence, Italy, Donatello grew up in a city that acted as the primary epicenter for the burgeoning Renaissance. Before finding his own voice, he learned the International Gothic style from Lorenzo Ghiberti. His influence reached far beyond the borders of Florence, spreading to other Italian courts and affecting artists across Europe.
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Εμφωλιακή Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 31 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Βενετία Ρενασάνς, Μανιερισμός Wikipedia, 29 of 32 languages
Later, during his extended stay in Bergamo, he absorbed elements of Lombard realism, adding a grounded physicality to his figures—a shift towards greater attention to detail and the depiction of human anatomy. He was profoundly influenced by the Venetian masters, especially Giovanni Bellini, whose use of muted colors and spiritual themes resonated deeply within Lotto’s own artistic sensibilities.
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Αναγεννησιακή Γλυπτική Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Βενετία Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 29 of 32 languages
Lorenzo Bridge (περίπου 1500). Το πρώτο είναι ένα μαγευτικό πανόραμα της βενετσιάνιας ζωής, που αποτυπώνει την ενέργεια και το θέαμα μιας θρησκευτικής παράταξης με λεπτομερή ακρίβεια. Αναδεικνύει την ικανότητά του να απεικονίζει μεγάλους πλήθους και περίπλοκα αρχιτεκτονικά περιβάλλοντα με αξιοσημείωτη ακρίβεια. Το The Miracle of the True Cross at the S.
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages
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Γερμανός Born in Σβέμπις Γκμυντ Ρενάσαンス, Μανιερισμός Wikipedia, 25 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Διεθνής Γοτθικός Ρυθμός, Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 25 of 32 languages
Women at the Tomb (detail) - Convent of San Marco, Florence. St Anthony of Padua - Santa Maria in Aracoeli, Rome.
On view at There, within the Palazzo Medici-Riccardi, the walls of the Magi Chapel hold the details of the procession of the Magi.
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Ιταλός Born in Νάπολη Ύστερο Μπαρόκ Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Σιένα Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 27 of 32 languages
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Φλαμανδός Born in Μωμπέζ Ρομανιστική Ζωγραφική Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Καλλιτεχνικό movement ή στυλ Wikipedia, 27 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Βενετία Ραινοσαβιονισμός Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Πανικάλε Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages
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Ολλανδός Born in Αουντεβάτερ Εarly Netherlandish Wikipedia, 22 of 32 languages
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Αγγλικός Born in Έξετερ Λιμνισμός Wikipedia, 19 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Βερτσέλλι Ύψος Αναγέννηση & Μανιερές Wikipedia, 25 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Πίζα Μπαρόκ, Καραβανγκισμός Wikipedia, 22 of 32 languages
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Γαλλικός Born in Τουρ Ροκοκό ζωγράφος Wikipedia, 21 of 32 languages
Jean Clouet, originating from the Southern Netherlands, brought with him to the French court the meticulous detail and realistic approach characteristic of Flemish painting. A pivotal moment arrived in 1541 when François inherited his father's estate, formally stepping into his artistic inheritance and assuming the responsibilities that came with it. Born around 1510 in Tours, France, his life unfolded against a backdrop of evolving artistic sensibilities and the opulent world of the Valois monarchy.
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Ιταλός Born in Βενετία Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 21 of 32 languages
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Τιρολέζιος Born in Φάλτσες Αναγέννηση & Γοτθική τέχνη Wikipedia, 18 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Πρώιμη Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages
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Γερμανός Born in Ρόττβαϊλ Ύστερος Γοτικός Ρεαλισμός Wikipedia, 18 of 32 languages
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Italian Born in Σερίνα High Renaissance Wikipedia, 22 of 32 languages
The initial stages of Palma’s career reveal a clear debt to Giovanni Bellini's refined technique and devotional style. Yet, Palma wasn't merely an imitator; he possessed a unique gift for rendering the human form with a sensual grace and a captivating realism that set him apart. He swiftly embraced Giorgione’s use of color, light, and composition, infusing his own paintings with a similar sense of lyrical beauty.
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Ιταλός Born in Φερράρα Ιταλική Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 17 of 32 languages
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Ολλανδός Born in Χάαρλεμ Πρώιμη Ολλανδική Τέχνη Wikipedia, 22 of 32 languages
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Φλαμάνκος Born in Αντβέρπη Βόρειος Μανιερισμός Wikipedia, 18 of 32 languages
Spranger’s style is a quintessential example of Northern Mannerism, characterized by elongated figures, complex poses, and a deliberate emphasis on elegance and refinement. Spranger’s work is notable for its dynamism, achieved through carefully orchestrated diagonals and a sense of movement within each composition. It was here that he encountered Karel van Mander, whose Schilder-boeck would later provide a detailed account of Spranger’s life and work – a testament to the artist's significance within the artistic community.
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Κορτόνα Ιταλική Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 27 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Σιένα Ύστερη Γοτθική περίοδος, Σιενέσκια Σχολή Wikipedia, 17 of 32 languages
The Ecstasy of St Francis: Μια βαθιά εξερεύνηση της πνευματικής έκστασης, όπου χρησιμοποιεί μια πλούσια παλέτα από μπλε, κόκκινα και κίτρινα χρώματα για να περιγράψει την μεταμορφωτική δύναμη της πίστης. The Arte della Lana Altarpiece: Ένα από τα πρώτα του βέβαια έργα, που αναδεικνύει την τεχνική πληρότητα που θα γινόταν το σήμα κατατεθέν του.
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Italian Born in Κονεγλιάνο Venetian Renaissance Art Wikipedia, 19 of 32 languages
Cima’s distinctive style is characterized by its remarkable stillness—a deliberate antithesis to the turbulent emotional expressions prevalent in contemporary art. Unlike many artists of his time who sought dramatic visual impact, Cima favored subtle nuances of color and light—creating canvases that radiate an aura of contemplative peace. Cima’s artistic output comprises a considerable number of Madonna and Child paintings, many adorned with saints—most notably “ Madonna and Child with Saints Francis and Clare ” (National Gallery London) and “ Sacra Conversazione or Rest on the Flight into Egypt,” currently housed in Venice's Santa Maria dei Carmini church.
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Γερμανικό Born in Βίτενμπεργκ Περιόδιστο ζωγραφική Wikipedia, 25 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Κουατροκέντο Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Βενετία Γοθικό ύφος, Βενετικό Γοθικό Wikipedia, 23 of 32 languages
Crivelli’s work is defined by a technical virtuosity that sought to bridge the gap between the sacred and the tangible. He was a master of trompe l'oeil, using paint to mimic the physical world with startling accuracy. Even as the Renaissance progressed toward different ideals of perspective and proportion, Crivelli remained committed to his meticulous, highly detailed vision, ensuring his place as one of the most distinctive voices of his era.
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Italian Born in Σιένα International Gothic Wikipedia, 22 of 32 languages
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Ιταλιάνος Born in Φερμινιάνο Γνωστή Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 30 of 32 languages
As Bramante’s influence expanded toward Rome, he became a central figure in the development of the High Renaissance style. His designs for the Vatican, including the breathtaking Bramante Staircase with its double helix design, were intended to elevate the papal residence into a symbol of divine authority.
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Ιταλός Born in Πράτο Ύψος της Αναγέννησης Wikipedia, 27 of 32 languages
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Βενεσιανός Born in Μπασσάνο ντελ Γκράππα Βενεσιανή Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Βενεσιανή Σχολή Wikipedia, 22 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Σιένα Ρενεσάνς Wikipedia, 19 of 32 languages
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Italian Born in Φλωρεντία Gothic, Early Renaissance Wikipedia, 20 of 32 languages
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Γαλλική Born in Βρυξέλλες Ρενεεμανσάνικη πορτραίτο Wikipedia, 20 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Ντουμέντσα Ρενεσαρίσμα, Μανιερισμός Wikipedia, 20 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Σαν Γκοντέντσο Έκθεση Ρενάσαρς Wikipedia, 24 of 32 languages
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Ιταλική Αναγέννηση Born in Φερράρα Σχολές Ferrara & Bologna Wikipedia, 22 of 32 languages
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Ολλανδός Born in Λέιντεν Πρώιμη Νότια Wikipedia, 20 of 32 languages
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Φλαμανδός Born in Αντβέρπη Ρομαντισμός Wikipedia, 19 of 32 languages
Known to history as Frans Floris the Elder, this Flemish Renaissance pioneer acted as a vital bridge between the Northern traditions of his homeland and the monumental grandeur of the Italian High Renaissance.
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Born in Άουγκσπουργ Renaissance portraiture Wikipedia, 19 of 32 languages
He initially sought patronage from Sir Thomas More, a prominent humanist scholar and statesman. His portrait of Henry VIII, for example, is a powerful statement of royal authority, conveying the king’s imposing presence and unwavering power. While his son, Hans Holbein the Younger, achieved even greater fame, the elder Holbein’s contributions were foundational to the development of Northern Renaissance portraiture and graphic art.
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Ιταλός Born in Μπολόνια Στυλ μαρτιλίας της Σιένα Wikipedia, 19 of 32 languages
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Φλαμπός Born in Μπουβιν Τοπίο της Αναγέννησης Wikipedia, 18 of 32 languages
However, it was the fantastical world-building of Hieronymus Bosch that arguably exerted the most significant influence. Patinir absorbed Bosch's penchant for imaginative landscapes populated with peculiar creatures and symbolic motifs, but he steered away from the moralizing allegories that characterized Bosch’s work. While concrete details about his training are scarce, scholars suggest a possible apprenticeship under Gerard David in Bruges.
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Φλαμανδός Born in Ντιναν Φλαμανδική Αναγέννηση
His paintings remain in collections such as the Museo del Prado in Madrid and the Louvre in Paris, where they continue to show the early steps toward modern landscape painting.
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Ιταλός Born in Φλωρεντία Άρχαιο-Ρεναίσορας Wikipedia, 28 of 32 languages
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Ολλανδός Born in Ουτρέχτη Πορτραίτο της Αναγέννησης Wikipedia, 20 of 32 languages
Mor’s influence extended far beyond his immediate contemporaries.
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Italian Born in Μπρέσια Renaissance art Wikipedia, 16 of 32 languages
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Born in Αντβέρπη Wikipedia, 13 of 32 languages
He employed a sophisticated technique involving layered glazes that created a luminous effect and enhanced the richness of his palette. De Vos’s compositions are often complex and dynamic, featuring numerous figures arranged in carefully orchestrated groupings that draw the viewer's eye through the scene. His early work also shows the impact of Jan van Scorel, another artist who brought Italian influences to Northern Europe.
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Ολλανδός Born in Σχόορλ Ρομανισμός, Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 20 of 32 languages
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Ιταλός Born in Μιλάνο Ύψος της Αναγέννησης Wikipedia, 15 of 32 languages
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Γερμανός Born in Α ऑगஸ்பούρβη Ιταλική Αναγέννηση Wikipedia, 20 of 32 languages
Burgkmair’s artistic style is a fascinating blend of Northern European tradition and Italian Renaissance ideals. His son, Hans Burgkmair the Younger, continued his father’s legacy, collaborating on the “Turnierbuch,” a lavish illustrated tournament book.
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| Ιταλία | 69 |
|---|---|
| Γερμανία | 10 |
| Βέλγιο | 8 |
| Ολλανδία | 7 |
| Γαλλία | 3 |
| Ηνωμένο Βασίλειο | 1 |
| Βελγίου | 1 |
| Β()Ολλανδία | 1 |
| 13th century | 5 |
|---|---|
| 14th century | 11 |
| 15th century | 69 |
| 16th century | 14 |
| 17th century | 1 |
Index of artists
The visitor asks
Λεονάρντο Ντα Βίντσι (#1) is first in this ranking, followed by Μιχαήλ Άγγελος (#2) and Άλμπρεχτ Ντύρερ (#3).
Λεονάρντο Ντα Βίντσι (#1), Μιχαήλ Άγγελος (#2), Άλμπρεχτ Ντύρερ (#3), Ραφαήλ (#4) and Τζόττο (#5).
Most painters in this list were born in the 15th century (69 of 100), between 1240 and 1634 overall.
Ιταλία: 69 of the 100 painters in this list were born there, then Γερμανία (10) and Βέλγιο (8).
This list includes 1 women: Σοφονίσμπα Ανγκουίσσολα (#25).
“He spent hours in difficult positions, his body strained by the reach and the heavy application of fresco technique.” — from our biography of Μιχαήλ Άγγελος (#2).
The earliest-born painter in this list is Τσιμαμπούε (#18), born in 1240.
The highest-ranked painters born in Ιταλία are Λεονάρντο Ντα Βίντσι (#1), Μιχαήλ Άγγελος (#2), Ραφαήλ (#4), Τζόττο (#5) and Τιτσιάνο (#6).
The highest-ranked painters born in Γερμανία are Άλμπρεχτ Ντύρερ (#3), Χανς Χόλμπαϊν ο νεότερος (#16), Λούκας Κράναχ ο Πρεσβύτερος (#22), Ματίας Γκρύνεβαλντ (#28) and Άλμπρεχτ Άλτντορφερ (#31).
Φλωρεντία: 16 of the painters in this list were born there.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Εθνική Πινακοθήκη Λονδίνου (18), Galleria degli Uffizi (17) and Μουσείο του Λούβρου (16).
Our catalogue holds 19,218 works by these painters. Each one can be ordered as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print.
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