Bastiano da Sangallo: The Aristotile of Renaissance Tuscany Bastiano da Sangallo, often known as Aristotile, remains a captivating figure within the vibrant tapestry of 15th and 16th-century Italian art. Born in Florence around 1481, he emerged from a family deeply intertwined with the artistic currents of his time – a lineage that included the renowned architects Giuliano and Antonio da Sangallo the Elder, and the celebrated sculptor Francesco da Sangallo. His life was marked by a fascinating apprenticeship, a close association with Michelangelo, and a significant contribution to the archit…