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Federico Cervelli
Early Life and Venetian Beginnings Federico Cervelli, born around 1625 in Milan, embarked on a journey that would see him become a significant, though often overlooked, figure within the vibrant artistic landscape of Baroque Venice. While details surrounding his initial training remain somewhat elusive, it is believed he first honed his skills within the workshop of Carlo Francesco Nuvolone, an influence discernible in his earliest cre
ations. However, Milan could only hold him for so long; around the age of twenty, Cervelli gravitated towards the allure of Venice, a city then undergoing a fascinating artistic transformation. It was here, amidst the canals and palazzi, that he encountered the compelling work of Pietro Liberi, an encounter that would profoundly shape his developing style. The initial documented evidence of Cervelli’s artistry appears in 1678 with “Th…
