biography of a vigorous and luminous painter
sebastiano ricci, an italian painter from belluno, was born on august 1, 1659, and passed away on may 15, 1734. he was a prominent figure in the late baroque school of venice, known for his grand manner fresco painting style.
early life and training
ricci's artistic journey began at a young age. in 1671, he was apprenticed to federico cervelli of venice. however, some sources claim that his first master was sebastiano mazzoni.
notable works and commissions
* bacchus and ariadne (national gallery, london, united kingdom), a painting showcasing ricci's mastery of the baroque style. * memorial to admiral sir clowdisley shovell (oil on canvas), a testament to his ability to capture the essence of a moment. * the decoration of the oratory of the madonna of the seraglio (1685-1687) in collaboration with ferdinando galli-bibiena, receiving a payment of 4,482 lira.
artistic style and influences
ricci's work was influenced by giovanni gioseffo dal sole's style during his time in bologna. his paintings often featured grand, luminous, and vigorous themes, making him a representative of the late baroque school of venice.
legacy and later life
ricci's artistic career was marked by periods of turmoil, including imprisonment and scandals. however, he continued to produce notable works, such as venus takes leave from adonis, which showcased his skill in capturing heavenly depictions. he ultimately accepted foreign patronage in london, working on a commission for lord burlington.
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