The Dramatic Visions of Giovan Battista Beinaschi Giovan Battista Beinaschi, a name perhaps less immediately recognizable than some of his Baroque contemporaries, nevertheless occupies a significant place in the artistic landscape of 17th-century Italy. Born in Naples around 1625 – precise dates remain elusive for many artists of this period – he flourished during a time of intense religious fervor and dramatic artistic innovation. His career unfolded primarily within the Neapolitan sphere, though his influence extended beyond its borders through engravings and the dissemination of his disti…