19th Century

amos cassioli

Born 1832 Died 1891

Amos Cassiòli (1832–1891): The Tuscan Purist Amos Cassiòli (August 10, 1832 – December 17, 1891) was an Italian painter who epitomized the Purismo movement—a stylistic reaction against Romanticism that championed clarity and restraint in artistic representation. Born in Asciano, Tuscany, Cassiòli’s formative years were marked by a rigorous academic training at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze under Luigi Mussini, fueled by a generous stipend from Grand Duke Ferdinando IV of Tuscany. This patronage afforded him invaluable opportunities to hone his skills and broaden his artistic horizon…

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amos cassioli

1832 - 1891

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