The Late Medieval shortlist
Simone Martini (1284–1344) is the most famous Late Medieval artista, best known for Maestà (Madonna with Angels and Saints) e A Anunciação e Dois Santos. Then Andrei Rublev, Ambrogio Lorenzetti, Pietro Lorenzetti e Hubert Van Eyck. The list covers 99 artistas born between 1271 and 1366 in 20 countries, from Yuan Dynasty to Hubert Van Eyck.
Method. Scope: artists filed under Late Medieval in our catalogue. Order: our artist fame ranking. Excluded: artists born after 1955 without a Wikidata identifier. Wikipedia figure: languages with an article, out of our 32.
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Italiano b. Siena Gótico Internacional Wikipedia 28/32
Saint Louis of Toulouse Crowning His Brother Robert of Anjou, 1317. Em 1333, ele pintou a Anunciação com Santa Margarida e Santo Ansanus, uma obra que reside atualmente na Galleria degli Uffizi, em Florença. Em 1342, ele concluiu o Cristo Encontrado no Templo, uma pintura que pode ser encontrada na Walker Art Gallery, em Liverpool.
Trained Lippo Memmi #10
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Russo b. Grão-Principado de Moscou Pintura de Ícones Russos Wikipedia 31/32
Em 1405, ele uniu forças com Teófanes e Prokhor de Gorodets para decorar a Catedral da Anunciação, um momento crucial na pintura de ícones russa. O Ícone da Trindade: Possivelmente a obra mais celebrada de Rublev, o ícone da “Trindade” (c. 1420-1428) é um testemunho de seu gênio artístico.
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b. Siena Wikipedia 29/32
Ambrogio Lorenzetti, nascido por volta de 1290 no coração de Siena, Itália, emergiu como uma figura fundamental na transição das tradições artísticas medievais para o florescente Renascimento.
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Italiano b. Siena Início do Renascimento Wikipedia 27/32
Pietro Lorenzetti (c. 1280 – 1348) posiciona-se como uma figura fundamental na arte sienense, marcando a profunda transição do formalismo gótico para os ideais humanistas emergentes do início do Renascimento. Nascido na vibrante paisagem cultural de Siena por volta de 1280, a jornada artística de Lorenzetti desenrolou-se durante um período de significativa transformação intelectual e artística na Toscana.
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Holandês b. Maaseik Primitivos Flamengos Wikipedia 20/32
No coração desta transformação encontrava-se Hubert van Eyck, uma figura cujo próprio nome está gravado nos alicerces da arte do Renascimento Nórdico. Nascido em Maasik por volta de 1385 ou 1390, ele fazia parte de uma formidável dinastia artística; as suas ligações familiares, incluindo o seu renomado irmão Jan e os irmãos Lambert e Margaret, criaram um cadinho de criatividade que alteraria para sempre a trajetória da pintura europeia.
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Italiano b. Florença Início do Renascimento Wikipedia 23/32
Como um dos discípulos mais distintos do lendário Giotto di Bondone, Gaddi não apenas herdou um estilo; ele expandiu o vocabulário visual de sua época.
Trained Agnolo Gaddi #7, Jacopo Del Casentino (Jacopo Landino) #51
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Italian b. Florença Gothic, Early Renaissance Wikipedia 20/32
The influence is palpable in Agnolo’s earliest works: the monumental figures, the emotionally resonant compositions, and the narrative clarity—hallmarks of Giotto’s frescoes—are faithfully reproduced in paintings like The Resurrection of Lazarus, executed around 1375 for San Jacopo tra i Fossi.
Trained by Taddeo Gaddi #6
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Grego b. Constantinopla Iconografia Bizantina Wikipedia 22/32
Nascido em Constantinopla por volta de 1340, embora frequentemente associado à Grécia devido às suas atividades posteriores, Teófanes foi uma figura fundamental que uniu o florescimento final da arte bizantina às tradições emergentes da Rússia. Por volta de 1395, ele chegou a Novgorod, um poderoso estado dentro da Rússia, junto com Andrei Rublev, outra figura icônica da arte ortodoxa russa.
Trained Andrei Rublev #2
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Italiano b. Veneza Influência bizantina e arte gótica Wikipedia 15/32
Paolo Veneziano (c. 1333 – 1358) ergue-se como uma figura monumental na história da arte veneziana, reconhecido universalmente como o pintor veneziano mais importante do século XIV. Nascido em uma linhagem artística no coração de Veneza — sendo seu pai um artista renomado — a breve, porém brilhante carreira de Veneziano coincidiu com um período transformador na pintura europeia.
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b. Siena Wikipedia 17/32
Lippo Memmi, nascido por volta de 1291 no coração de Siena, Itália, destaca-se como uma figura crucial na transição das tradições bizantinas da pintura medieval para a elegância florescente do estilo Gótico Internacional. Talvez a mais celebrada delas seja a Anunciação com Santa Margarida e Santo Ansanus (1333), criada em colaboração com Simone Martini para a Galeria Uffizi.
Trained by Simone Martini #1
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Italiano b. Zevio Arte Gótica Wikipedia 20/32
Altichiero da Zevio, nascido perto da pacata cidade de Zevio, em Verona, por volta de 1330, não foi apenas um cronista de eventos sagrados, mas um pioneiro do estilo gótico veneziano.
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Italiano b. Arezzo Elo entre a Escola de Giotto e a Escola de Siena Wikipedia 16/32
Nascido no seio de uma família de ourives florentinos, o seu verdadeiro nome era Spinello Di Luca Spinelli, mas tornou-se conhecido pela história pelo apelido "Aretino", significando a sua ligação a Arezzo. Nos seus primeiros anos, trabalhou nas movimentadas oficinas de Florença, contribuindo para obras monumentais, como os frescos na igreja de Carmine e Santa Maria Novella.
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b. Florença Wikipedia 17/32
Bernardo Daddi, nascido em Florença por volta de 1290 e falecido em 1348, ergue-se como uma figura fundamental na transição do final do período Gótico para o florescente Renascimento Italiano. Suas obras primordiais demonstram uma conexão clara com os seguidores de Giotto — mestres como o “Mestre de Santa Cecília” e outros pintores florentinos do primeiro quarto do século XIV — refletindo uma linhagem direta de influência artística.
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Italiano b. Pontecorvo Gótico
Andrea Pisano (c. 1290 – 1348 Orvieto) ergue-se como uma figura monumental na escultura do Renascimento italiano, embora o seu legado artístico esteja inextricavelmente ligado à era gótica precedente e profundamente moldado pela influência revolucionária de Giotto di Bondone.
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Italiano b. Florença Renascimento Inicial
Niccolò Di Tommaso, um nome que ressoa suavemente nos anais da pintura italiana do século XIV, emergiu em Florença por volta de 1346. Os esforços conjuntos na Capela Strozzi, dentro da Basílica de Santa Maria Novella, representam um ponto de inflexão fundamental na trajetória artística de Niccolò Di Tommaso.
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Chinês b. Wuxi Quatro Mestres da Dinastia Yuan Wikipedia 15/32
Seu nome de cortesia era Yuan Zhen (元鎮), e ele adotou nomes artísticos como Yun Lin Zi (雲林子), Huan Xia Sheng (幻霞生) e Jing Man Min (荊蠻民). Ni Zan é amplamente reconhecido como um dos quatro mestres da Dinastia Yuan, ao lado de Huang Gongwang, Wu Zhen e Wang Meng.
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Italiano b. Florença Gótico-Gótico Tardio
Andrea Di Cione (Orcagna), conhecido pela história pelo evocativo apelido de Orcagna, destaca-se como uma das figuras mais influentes da arte florentina durante meados do século XIV — um período marcado por uma fascinante confluência de tradições artísticas Góticas e do Gótico Tardio. Uma de suas contribuições mais celebradas para a tradição florentina é o Retábulo Strozzi, uma deslumbrante obra-prima Gótica de 1354.
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Italian b. Florence Gothic-Late Gothic Wikipedia 20/32
The name Orcagna—a moniker bestowed upon him by local artisans—encompasses a remarkable figure in the history of Italian art: Andrea di Cione, a painter, sculptor, architect, and master craftsman who dominated the artistic landscape of Florence during the latter half of the 14th century.
Trained by Andrea Pisano #14
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b. Lombardia
Nascido Giovanni di Jacopo di Guido da Caversaccio na Lombardia por volta de 1346, sua jornada artística se desenrolou principalmente no vibrante cenário cultural de Florença durante um tempo de imensa mudança e inovação.
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Italian b. Siena Gothic Art Wikipedia 14/32
To traverse the hallowed halls of the Collegiata di San Gimignano is to encounter a ghost of the Trecento, an artist whose name, Barna da Siena, lingers in the air like incense in a medieval chapel. Known also as Berna di Siena, this figure remains one of the most tantalizing enigmas in the history of Italian art.
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Chinese b. Huzhou Yuan Dynasty Landscape Painting Wikipedia 14/32
Wang Meng’s compositions are often densely populated with elements—trees, rocks, mountains, streams—creating an immersive experience for the viewer. Wang Meng’s style was profoundly influenced by the landscape painters who preceded him – Wang Wei, Dong Yuan, and Juran – but he developed his own distinctive voice through his innovative use of brushwork and composition.
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Spanish b. Palma de Mallorca Nautical cartography
Background: Cresques was born into a Jewish family in Majorca, then part of the Crown of Aragon. Major Work: Cresques is most renowned for his authorship of the Catalan Atlas, completed around 1375 in collaboration with his son, Jehuda Cresques. Commissioned by: Prince John of Aragon, intended as a gift for Charles VI of France.
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French Medieval Art, Religious Paintings
His tapestries, particularly the famed “Seven Seals” cycle now housed in the Saint-Nicolas du Chardonnet church in Paris, offer a window into a world grappling with anxieties about mortality, divine judgment, and the impending end times – a perspective rarely found in contemporary art.
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Italiano b. Veneza Arte bizantina Wikipedia 11/32
O ano de 1336 ressoa profundamente na paisagem artística da Itália, intrinsecamente ligado a uma figura envolta em um mistério fascinante – o Mestre de 1336. Mais precisamente conhecido como Giovanni Lipini, o nome deste artista, derivado de um afresco milagroso que retrata a Virgem Maria em Santa Maria delle Grazie, em Pistoia, oferece um vislumbre instigante de suas origens e de sua influência duradoura.
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Italian Trecento
It’s believed that Segna spent time in Florence during this period, absorbing influences from the burgeoning Florentine school, which was beginning to experiment with linear perspective and naturalistic representation. Beyond these iconic portraits, he created a " Crucifix " (circa 1320), a powerfully emotive depiction of Christ on the cross, characterized by its stark simplicity and emotional directness.
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Italian b. Colle di Val d'Elsa Late Gothic Wikipedia 18/32
In the twilight of the Middle Ages and the dawn of the Italian Renaissance, few figures bridge the gap between the medieval workshop and the modern era as intimately as Cennino Cennini. Born around 1360 in the picturesque landscape of Colle di Val d'Elsa, Cennini was a man whose very existence was woven into the fabric of Florentine artistic tradition.
Trained by Agnolo Gaddi #7
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Italiano b. Siena Pintura sienense Wikipedia 13/32
Ugolino di Nerio, um nome amplamente ausente das narrativas históricas da arte convencional, ergue-se como uma figura fundamental no florescente cenário artístico de Siena e Florença durante a década de 1320.
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Italian b. Siena Early Renaissance Wikipedia 13/32
In works such as his Virgin and Child with Saints, one can witness the evolution of his hand—moving from the more rigid, ornamental patterns of the late Gothic style toward a more robust and naturalistic approach.
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Italian b. Florence Early Quattrocento
Despite the paucity of surviving paintings attributed to Lippo di Benivieni, his influence is palpable in several significant frescoes adorning churches throughout Siena and San Gimignano. Most notably, he collaborated with Bartolo di Fredi on the magnificent altar decoration of Santa Maria di Campagna, a testament to his skill as a muralist and his ability to synthesize Gothic and nascent Renaissance elements.
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Chinese Landscape painting
Beyond Wang Meng, echoes of earlier masters like Fan Kuan (c. 937-1020), renowned for his monumental landscapes and powerful brushwork, can also be detected in Zhao Yuan’s treatment of rock formations and atmospheric effects. His most celebrated works include Qingchuan Songbie (Farewell at Qingchuan) and Hexi Caotang (Grassland Cottage at Hexi).
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Italian b. Siena Sienese School Wikipedia 12/32
In the vibrant heart of the Sienese School, Andrea di Bartolo emerged as a master whose brush captured the profound spiritual intensity of his era. As the son and pupil of the prominent painter Bartolo di Fredi, Andrea’s artistic journey was deeply rooted in the traditions of his father's workshop.
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Italian Florentine School
He eschewed the heavy, dark backgrounds favored by many of his contemporaries, opting instead for lighter, more airy compositions that allowed figures to emerge with clarity and grace. Lorenzo's career was marked by numerous collaborations, often working alongside other prominent artists such as Agnolo Gaddi and Niccolò di Pietro Gerini.
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Belgian b. Ypres Early Netherlandish Painting Wikipedia 15/32
His influence can be traced through the lineage of the great Netherlandish painters, acting as a vital precursor to the technical perfection achieved by Jan van Eyck.
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Italiano b. Florença Escola Florentina Wikipedia 8/32
Lorenzo di Bicci, nascido por volta de 1373 em Florença, ergue-se como uma figura fundamental na florescente Escola Florentina de pintura durante a segunda metade do século quatorze e o início do quinhentos. Vida Inicial e Treinamento: Os anos formativos de Lorenzo foram passados imerso na oficina de seu pai, Jacopo di Bicci—um artesão cujos próprios esforços artísticos prenunciavam a abordagem distinta de Lorenzo.
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Italian b. Florence Venetian Renaissance Wikipedia 12/32
Born in Florence around 1354, his early years were steeped in the prestigious traditions of the Florentine school. As an apprentice to the renowned Agnolo Gaddi, Starnina was immersed in a world where the emotional depth of Giotto met the delicate, lyrical elegance of Simone Martini. The trajectory of Starnina’s life took a transformative turn when he migrated toward Venice around 1380.
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French Early Gothic painting
Jean Pucelle remains one of the most captivating enigmas in the annals of medieval art, a figure whose name is whispered with reverence by those who study the delicate transition from the rigid structures of the Middle Ages to the burgeoning humanism of the Renaissance.
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Italiano b. Florença Pintura toscana Wikipedia 12/32
O meado do século XIV em Florença testemunhou um florescimento de talento artístico e, entre as suas figuras mais significativas, destacava-se Andrea Orcagna – um pintor, escultor, arquiteto e administrador cuja carreira multifacetada deixou uma marca indelével na paisagem visual da cidade.
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Italian b. Piove di Sacco Early Renaissance; Venetian painting; Gothic art Wikipedia 12/32
Guariento di Arpo (c. 1310–1370) stands as a monumental figure of the Trecento, acting as the essential bridge between the grounded, volumetric realism of Florence and the ethereal, ornamental splendor of the Venetian Gothic tradition. The foundations of Guariento’s genius were laid in the workshops of his contemporaries, where the shadows of masters like Giotto di Bondone and Giovanni Pisano loomed large.
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Italian b. Pratovecchio Gothic & Early Renaissance Wikipedia 10/32
The story of Giovanni del Biondo is one woven into the very fabric of 14th-century Florence, a period of profound transition where the rigid elegance of the Gothic tradition began to breathe with the nascent vitality of the Early Renaissance.
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Holandês b. Haarlem Realismo Norte
Claus Sluter (c. 1350-1406) posiciona-se como um dos escultores mais influentes de sua era, marcando uma conjuntura crucial entre as tradições artísticas góticas e renascentistas no norte da Europa. Primeiros Anos e Formação: Detalhes biográficos precisos permanecem esquivos, mas as evidências sugerem que Sluter recebeu treinamento nas oficinas das guildas de Haarlem, absorvendo as convenções estilísticas da escultura gótica prevalecente na época.
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Japanese b. Kyoto Rinzai Zen, Gozan Bungaku
Kokan Shiren (虎関師錬; 9 May 1278 – 11 August 1347), a pivotal figure in 14th-century Japan, stands as a unique confluence of artistic expression, philosophical depth, and historical scholarship. Shiren’s influence extends far beyond his own lifetime, shaping the landscape of Gozan bungaku (the Literature of the Five Mountains) and leaving an indelible mark on the development of Japanese Zen aesthetics.
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Italian b. Florence Gothic Wikipedia 7/32
Jacopo's dedication extended beyond commissions; he actively participated in shaping Florence’s cultural landscape through his involvement with the cathedral workshop and his role as consul of the Arte dei Medici e Speziali (1384, 1387, 1392).
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Italian b. Siena Sienese School Wikipedia 13/32
No coração da Toscana do século XIV, um período definido pela transição entre a graça etérea da era Gótica e o humanismo emergente do Renascimento, Bartolo di Fredi surgiu como um mestre da luz e da narrativa. Em 1355, ele ingressou oficialmente na Arte dei Maestá di Tavola e Dipinto, um marco que lhe garantiu acesso às redes de patronato mais significativas da Itália.
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German b. Dortmund International Gothic soft style Wikipedia 13/32
Born around 1370, von Soest emerged not merely as a local painter but as the preeminent Westphalian master of his era.
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Egyptian b. Amarna Amarna art style
He primarily worked with fine-grained limestone, a material readily available in the quarries surrounding Amarna. Perhaps Tuthmosis’s most celebrated achievement is undoubtedly the magnificent Bust of Queen Nefertiti, completed around 1340 BC.
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Italian b. Valmorea Italian Gothic Wikipedia 13/32
In the bustling streets of Florence, where the air was thick with the scent of fresh pigment and the echoes of a changing era, a painter named Giovanni di Jacopo di Guido da Caversaccio began to make his mark. Hailing from Lombardy, he arrived in Tuscany as a man seeking his fortune, appearing in the city's records as Johannes Jacobi de Commo.
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German b. Minden International Gothic Wikipedia 13/32
While sharing similarities with other artists of the period, such as Master Francke (another prominent Hamburg painter), Bertram's work possesses a distinct character—a subtle restraint in emotional expression compared to Francke’s more overtly dramatic approach. The Victoria and Albert Museum in London houses a 45-scene depiction of the Apocalypse, likely created by Bertram's workshop, further demonstrating his influence within the artistic community.
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Italian b. Siena Gothic architecture/sculpture
Agostino di Siena, born around 1285 in the heart of Tuscany, emerged as a pivotal figure in the transition from late Gothic to early Renaissance sculpture.
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b. Kyoto
Late in his career, Yoshimitsu increasingly sought to legitimize his power through the lens of Buddhist kingship.
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Netherlandish b. Valenciennes Pucellian revival
While contemporary chroniclers like Jean Froissart hinted at potential travels to England—suggesting a possible collaboration with artists like Jean de Liege—Beauneveu's primary impact remained rooted in the French and Low Countries territories.
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Italian b. Florence Renaissance
In the annals of Italian art, Jacopo remains a luminous figure, a painter who captured the very essence of Florentine devotion.
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Japonês b. Província de Ise Budismo Zen Wikipedia 12/32
Musō Soseki, uma figura proeminente na arte e espiritualidade japonesa, nasceu em 1275 e faleceu em 20 de outubro de 1351. Como um monge e mestre budista Zen Rinzai, ele deixou uma marca indelével no mundo da caligrafia, da poesia e do design de jardins. As incursões artísticas de Musō Soseki foram caracterizadas por sua mistura única de espiritualidade e estética.
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Italian b. Pisa Gothic Art Wikipedia 11/32
Orcagna's Legacy: Andrea Orcagna’s influence is undeniable in Traini’s compositional strategies and expressive dynamism.
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Italian b. Bologna International Gothic Wikipedia 12/32
His legacy is found in: The Synthesis of Styles: The seamless integration of Riminese color palettes with Giottesque structural depth.
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Kurdish b. Erbil Company Style
Zain al-Din’s prominence grew during a period of significant change in India, as the power of the Mughal Empire waned and British influence expanded.
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Spanish Gothic-Italian
Pere Serra, also known as Jaume Serra, stands as a compelling figure in the transition from the International Gothic style to the burgeoning Renaissance aesthetic within Catalonia.
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Mexicano b. Tenochtitlán Arte mesoamericana
Nascidas no início do século XIV em Tenochtitlán, o coração do Império Asteca, as tradições artísticas dos astecas estavam profundamente enraizadas nos legados de civilizações mesoamericanas anteriores. A massiva Pedra do Sol (Calendário Asteca), descoberta em 1946, permanece como um testemunho de sua maestria neste meio — um relevo de pedra complexo e em camadas que combinava informações calendáرicas com simbolismo cosmológico.
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Chinese b. Taizhou Yuan dynasty calligraphy
Some of his most notable achievements include: Teaching on Enlightenment: A masterpiece written in running script that is currently held within the prestigious collection of the Tokyo National Museum in Japan, recognized as a National Treasure.
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Italian Byzantine-influenced art; Gothic art
Born into a lineage of painters, likely the son of Martino and brother to Marco, Paolo’s very existence was woven into the fabric of Venetian artistic tradition.
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Italian b. Perugia Renaissance
In the golden twilight of the Middle Ages, as the rigid structures of the Byzantine tradition began to soften under the burgeoning light of the Renaissance, there emerged a figure of profound architectural and decorative significance in the heart of Italy. Matteo di Ser Cambio, an artist whose name echoes through the halls of Perugia and Florence, served as a vital bridge between the medieval past and the humanist future.
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b. Nanjing
Zhu Di was not a visual artist in the traditional sense, but rather the third emperor of China's Ming dynasty, known to history by his era name, the Yongle Emperor. Born in Nanjing, China, he rose from the position of Prince of Yan to become a formidable military leader and statesman.
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Catalan b. Avinyonet del Penedès Gothic painting
Ferrer Bassa emerged from the artistic landscape of 14th-century Catalonia as a pivotal figure, bridging the gap between established Gothic traditions and the burgeoning Italianate styles that would reshape European painting. His early commissions included creating miniatures for significant manuscripts such as the Uses of Barcelona and Costumes of Catalonia, demonstrating his exceptional skill in rendering detail and decorative artistry.
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Italian b. Modena Late Gothic Wikipedia 15/32
His distinctive style, characterized by earthy realism blended with humanist ideals, cemented his reputation as a master craftsman and intellectual whose oeuvre continues to inspire admiration for its sensitivity and technical prowess. The fresco cycle commemorating Dominican scholars—a project undertaken at the behest of Cardinal Giovanni Buoncompagni—represents a pinnacle of Renaissance artistic achievement.
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Italian b. Bologna Renaissance, Proto-Renaissance
D'Avanzi’s style occupies a fascinating position within the transition from Gothic art to the early Renaissance.
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Italiano b. San Quirico d'Orcia Naturalismo, Proto-Renascimento Wikipedia 10/32
Pietro Lorenzetti, nascido por volta de 1280 e tragicamente falecido em 1348 durante a devastadora pandemia da Peste Negra, permanece uma figura fundamental na evolução da pintura italiana.
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The Coronation of the Virgin, and Saints
Madonna and Child
Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saint John the Evangelist, Saint Peter, Saint Agnes, Saint Catherine of Alexandria, Saint Lucy, an Unidentified Female Saint, Saint Paul, and Saint John the Baptist, with Eve and the Serpent; the Annunciation66/ 99
Italian b. Florence Early Italian painter Wikipedia 14/32
Tempera on Wood: The Pietà of San Remigio, currently held in the Uffizi Gallery.
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Yuan dynasty b. Jiashan County Wikipedia 12/32
The brush of Wu Zhen moved with a particular intent, seeking to capture the essence of the natural world through landscape paintings and the delicate forms of bamboo. His work Qing Jiang Chun Xiao remains a definitive example of how he achieved the integration of the Three Perfections, weaving together the intellectual weight of poetry and the fluid grace of calligraphy with the visual depth of his painting.
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Florentine b. Florence Later Gothic Wikipedia 10/32
While his roots remain firmly planted in the Florentine school, a distinct Sienese influence begins to emerge in his compositions.
Trained by Taddeo Gaddi #6 · Trained Spinello Aretino #12
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Italian b. Florence Early Renaissance Wikipedia 12/32
Unlike many of his contemporaries who embraced the burgeoning realism championed by artists like Altichiero and Jacopo d'Avanzi, Menabuoi prioritized conveying spiritual emotion over meticulous anatomical accuracy—a hallmark of Giotto’s artistic vision.
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French b. Hesdin International Gothic Wikipedia 13/32
Très Belles Heures du Duc de Berry (Brussels Hours): Considered his most significant work, showcasing elaborate scenes and detailed miniatures. Grandes Heures: Another important illuminated manuscript commissioned by the Duke of Berry.
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Italian b. Viterbo Early Italian Renaissance
In the heart of fourteenth-century Italy, amidst the spiritual awakening of the early Renaissance, the name Matteo Giovanetti emerged as a beacon of devotional mastery. His Annunciation, dated to approximately 1345, stands as a breathtaking testament to his ability to render the miraculous.
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Japanese b. Yamashiro Zen buddhism art
He favored ink wash techniques (sumi-e), utilizing varying shades of black to create textured surfaces that mirrored the natural world—particularly landscapes reminiscent of Mount Yoshino, a sacred site venerated by Zen monks. Similarly, "Buddhist Maxim on the Saving Power of Amida" presents a concise koan inscription executed in elegant cursive script—a testament to Gukyoku's ability to distill complex philosophical concepts into visually arresting forms.
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Chinese Zen Buddhism
In the quiet, meditative corridors of history, few figures loom as large or as transformative as Seisetsu Shōchō (1274–1339). Born in China during the vibrant Yuan Dynasty, his life was a bridge between two worlds, spanning the intellectual rigor of Chinese scholarship and the spiritual revitalization of Japanese Zen.
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Italian b. Siena Sienese school
He possessed a rare, intuitive grasp of how to marry the ancient, ethereal majesty of Byzantine iconography with the burgeoning humanism and spatial curiosity emerging from Florence.
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Japanese b. Hara Zen painting
Hsieh Ho’s approach to capturing atmospheric effects through subtle shifts in hue and tone resonated deeply with Tettō's own desire to convey emotion and spiritual depth within his works.
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Italian b. Modena Byzantine-influenced Lombard Painting Wikipedia 12/32
Notable Works & Patronage: Barnaba’s prolific output encompassed around fifty paintings—a remarkable achievement considering the period—primarily focused on depictions of the Virgin Mary and Christ, often framed within elaborate architectural settings reminiscent of Byzantine churches.
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German-Bohemian b. Schwaebisch Guemund Late Gothic
In the heart of the Late Middle Ages, a period defined by soaring spires and profound devotion, Peter Parler emerged as one of the most influential architects and sculptors of his era. Known variously as Peter von Gemünd or Petr Parléř, his identity was inextricably linked to the Parler family, a lineage of craftsmen whose influence stretched across much of Central Europe.
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Italiano b. Barcelona Renascimento Inicial
Bonanat Descoll I De Santcliment foi um almirante catalão da Coroa de Aragão no século XIV. Nascido em Barcelona, Espanha, em 1310, e falecido em 1390, ele se consolidou como uma figura proeminente na arte catalã e na história, desempenhando um papel fundamental no desenvolvimento do patrimônio cultural e artístico da região. Bonanat Descoll I De Santcliment foi não apenas um habilidoso líder militar, mas também um artista consumado.
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Chinese b. Beijing Landscape Art
The Four Masters: The Yuan Dynasty is particularly renowned for its “Four Masters” – Huang Xuan, Zhao Menggui, Wang Meng, and Ni Zan —who redefined the conventions of landscape painting and established a new aesthetic centered on simplicity, spontaneity, and profound contemplation.
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Italian b. Verona Trecento art
Giovanni di Rigino, a name resonating softly through the annals of Trecento sculpture, emerged from the vibrant artistic milieu of Verona in approximately 1315 or 1320. He ascended to become the chancellor for both Cansignorio della Scala and his successor, Antonio – powerful lords who governed Verona with ambition and a keen eye for cultural prestige.
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Italian b. Siena Gothic Art
His most recognizable works center on themes of the Annunciation, the Madonna and Child, and scenes from the life of Christ.
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Italian Gothic Art Italy
The city boasted a vibrant sculptural tradition, influenced by both French Gothic precedents and the burgeoning Italian style. The Monument to Bishop Tarlati is not only a testament to Agnolo's technical skill but also his ability to synthesize diverse artistic elements into a cohesive and emotionally compelling whole.
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Italian b. Milan Gothic
Composition & Technique: The tomb’s central panel showcases Dante and Virgil confronting Lucifer, capturing the terror and grandeur of Hell with astonishing accuracy.
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Italian b. Arezzo Humanist poetry
His father, Ser Parenzo, held positions of considerable authority, including serving as Chancellor of the Commission for Reforms, demonstrating a family legacy rooted in public service and intellectual pursuits.
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b. Siena
A significant partnership was formed with Agnolo di Ventura, culminating in their joint execution of the cenotaph of Guido Tarlati in the Cathedral of Arezzo (signed and dated 1330). While individual attribution can be challenging due to collaborative practices, D'Agostino’s contributions are evident in several key works: Cenotaph of Guido Tarlati (Arezzo Cathedral): A prime example of his sculptural skill and collaboration with Agnolo di Ventura.
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Japanese b. Tokyo Zen Buddhism
Sesson Yūbai (雪村 友梅; 1290 – 14th day of the 1st month, 1347) stands as one of Japan’s most revered Zen Buddhist poets and monks—a figure inextricably linked to the profound aesthetic principles that define the Five Mountains School of Zen.
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Egyptian b. Cairo Islamic Art
Sultan Al-Malik Al-Zahir Abu Sa’id Barquq, a name resonating through the annals of Mamluk Egypt, stands as a pivotal figure in the 14th-century Islamic world. Born in Cairo in 1339, his ascent to power marked not merely a change in leadership but a transition into the Burji period—a new era defined by Circassian dominance within the Mamluk Sultanate.
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Italian b. Certaldo Humanism precursor
Born amidst the rolling landscapes of Certaldo in 1313, Giovanni Boccaccio emerged as a vital force in the cultural landscape of the fourteenth century. As one of the legendary "Three Crowns" of Italian literature—standing alongside the giants Dante Alighieri and Petrarch—his life served as a bridge between the medieval world and the dawning light of the Renaissance.
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Japanese Buddhist Art
The historical significance of Emperor Kōgon lies in his ability to transform a period of political chaos into an era of artistic flourishing.
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Japanese b. Tokyo Rinzai Zen
Jakushitsu Genkō (寂室 元光, june 23, 1290 – september 25, 1367) stands as a singular figure in fourteenth-century Japan—a Rinzai Zen master whose artistic output transcended mere craftsmanship to embody the very essence of contemplative practice.
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Italian b. Sant Joan de les Abadès Sienese painting, Gothic influence
altarpiece of the passion, death, resurrection, and ascension of christ (1341-1342, museu episcopal de vic, spain) - a prime example of his alabaster sculpture work. virgin of boixadors (episcopal museum of vic, spain) - demonstrates his range in sculpting delicate, emotive pieces.
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English b. Norwich Medieval Mysticism
Through these spiritual windows, she glimpsed a God characterized not by distant judgment, but by an overwhelming, compassionate intimacy.
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Italian b. Florence Renaissance Painting Wikipedia 10/32
To study Nardo is to witness the evolution of the Florentine spirit: Technical Versatility: The seamless integration of sculptural depth with painterly fluidity.
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Egyptian b. Amarna Ancient Egyptian Art
Born as Tutankhaten, the Living Image of Aten, his early years were defined by the radical, monotheistic shadows cast by his predecessor, Akhenaten. Yet, the boy who would become Tutankhamun possessed a destiny far greater than mere survival.
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Italian b. Modena Giottesque & Bolognese
One of his most celebrated achievements, the Coronation of the Virgin, bears a proud inscription dating the work to March 1385, serving as a permanent testament to his hand.
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Italian Venetian Gothic
Filippo Calendario stands as a pivotal figure in the artistic landscape of fourteenth-century Venice, primarily recognized for his monumental contributions to the construction and decoration of the Doge’s Palace—a testament to Venetian architectural prowess during its golden age. Born around 1315, likely in Florence, Calendario’s early life was shaped by the rigorous traditions of Italian craftsmanship.
Key works · Top 100 works
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Italian b. Pietrantonella Late Medieval Art
He was a progenitor of style, fostering a school of artists that included luminaries such as Agnello del Fiore and Guglielmo Monaco.
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Italian b. Tosa Byzantine art
Equally significant was the work of Maso di Banco, a prominent Sienese painter known for his dramatic compositions and expressive figures. His frescoes, particularly the depiction of the Madonna and Child in the Church of San Domenico in Pistoia, reveal a deep understanding of religious iconography and narrative.
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Japanese Zen Buddhist Art
Ryūshū Shūtaku, also known by his monastic name Myōtaku, was far more than a mere painter; he was a Zen monk-scholar whose life and art were inextricably woven into the fabric of Buddhist devotion. Born in 1307, Shūtaku’s existence was shaped by the rigorous discipline of the Zen tradition.
Best-known works
Chronology
Statistics
| Italy | 35 |
|---|---|
| Itália | 20 |
| Japan | 8 |
| China | 5 |
| Spain | 3 |
| France | 3 |
| Egypt | 3 |
| People's Republic of China | 2 |
| 1270s | 4 |
|---|---|
| 1280s | 9 |
| 1290s | 11 |
| 1300s | 9 |
| 1310s | 8 |
| 1320s | 12 |
| 1330s | 13 |
| 1340s | 9 |
| 1350s | 15 |
| 1360s | 9 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | 18 |
|---|---|
| Harvard Art Museums | 5 |
| National Gallery | 5 |
| Galleria degli Uffizi | 4 |
| Yale University Art Gallery | 4 |
| Museu de Belas Artes de Boston | 4 |
| Gemäldegalerie | 3 |
| National Gallery of Art | 3 |
Index
Simone MartiniItaliano · 1284–1344Andrei RublevRusso · 1360–1430Ambrogio Lorenzetti1290–1348Pietro LorenzettiItaliano · 1280–1348Hubert Van EyckHolandês · 1366–1426Taddeo GaddiItaliano · 1300–1366Agnolo GaddiItalian · 1350–1396Teófanes, O GregoGrego · 1335–1410Paolo VenezianoItaliano · 1333–1358Lippo Memmi1291–1356AltichieroItaliano · 1330–1390Spinello AretinoItaliano · 1350–1410Bernardo Daddi1290–1348Andrea PisanoItaliano · 1290–1348Niccolò Di TommasoItaliano · 1346–1376Ni ZanChinês · 1301–1374Andrea Di Cione (Orcagna)Italiano · 1308–1368OrcagnaItalian · 1315–1368Giovanni Di Milano1346–1369Barna Da SienaItalian · 1330–1380Wang MengChinese · 1308–1385Cresques AbrahamSpanish · 1325–1387Nicolas BatailleFrench · 1330–1405Lorenzo VenezianoItaliano · 1336–1379Segna Di BuonaventureItalian · 1298–1326Cennino CenniniItalian · 1360–1440Ugolino Di NerioItaliano · 1280–1330Taddeo di BartoloItalian · 1362–1422Lippo Di BenivieniItalian · 1296–1327Zhao YuanChinese · nascido(a) em 1350Andrea Di BartoloItalian · 1360–1428Lorenzo di BicciItalian · 1350–1427Melchior BroederlamBelgian · 1355–1410Lorenzo Di BicciItaliano · 1350–1427Gherardo StarninaItalian · 1354–1413Jean PucelleFrench · 1300–1334Andrea de BonaiutoItaliano · 1343–1379Guariento di ArpoItalian · 1310–1370Giovanni Del BiondoItalian · 1356–1399Claus SluterHolandês · 1355–1406Kokan ShirenJapanese · 1278–1346Jacopo di CioneItalian · 1325–1399Bartolo Di FrediItalian · 1330–1410Conrad von SoestGerman · 1360–1423TuthmosisEgyptian · 1340–1300Giovanni da MilanoItalian · 1325–1370Master BertramGerman · 1345–1415Agostino Di GiovanniItalian · 1285–1347Ashikaga Yoshimitsu1358–1408André BeauneveuNetherlandish · 1335–1403Jacopo Del Casentino (Jacopo Landino)Italian · 1330–1380Musō SosekiJaponês · 1275–1351Francesco TrainiItalian · 1321–1365Vitale Da BolognaItalian · 1289–1359Sheikh Zain Al-DinKurdish · nascido(a) em 1325Pere SerraSpanish · 1357–1406Império AstecaMexicano · 1300–1521Liaoan QingyuChinese · 1288–1363Marco Di Paolo VenezianoItalian · nascido(a) em 1362Matteo Di Ser CambioItalian · 1351–1424Zhu Di1360–1424Ferrer BassaCatalan · 1285–1348Tommaso Da ModenaItalian · 1326–1379Jacopo AvanziItalian · 1350–1416Paolo Di Giovanni FeiItaliano · 1345–1411GiottinoItalian · 1324–1372Wu ZhenYuan dynasty · 1280–1354Jacopo del CasentinoFlorentine · 1297–1358Giusto De' MenabuoiItalian · 1330–1393Jacquemart de HesdinFrench · 1350–1410Matteo GiovanettiItalian · 1322–1368Reisai GukyokuJapanese · 1363–1452Qingzhuo Zhengcheng, Ch'Ing-Cho Cheng-Ch'EngChinese · 1274–1339Bartolommeo BulgariniItalian · 1305–1378Gikō TettōJapanese · 1295–1369Barnaba Da ModenaItalian · 1328–1386Peter ParlerGerman-Bohemian · 1330–1399Bonanat Descoll I De SantclimentItaliano · 1310–1390Yuan DynastyChinese · 1271–1368Giovanni Di RiginoItalian · nascido(a) em 1315Domenico Di AgostinoItalian · 1317–1366Agnolo Di VenturaItalian · 1290–1349Giovanni Da CampioneItalian · 1320–1375Francesco Di PetraccoItalian · 1304–1374Giovanni d'Agostino1285–1347Sesson YūbaiJapanese · 1290–1347Sultan Al-Malik Al-Zahir Abu Sa’Id BarquqEgyptian · 1339–1399Giovanni Di Chellino BoccaccioItalian · 1313–1375Emperor KōgonJapanese · 1313–1364Jakushitsu GenkōJapanese · 1290–1367Bernat Saulet I El Taller De Sant Joan De Les AbadessesItalian · 1341–1342Mother JulianEnglish · nascido(a) em 1343Nardo di CioneItalian · 1320–1366TutankhamenEgyptian · 1345–1327Serafino SerafiniItalian · 1324–1393Filippo CalendarioItalian · 1315–1355Antonio Baboccio Da PipernoItalian · 1351–1435Zekkai ChūshinItalian · 1336–1405Ryūshū ShūtakuJapanese · 1307–1388FAQ
Simone Martini (#1) comes first, ahead of Andrei Rublev (#2) and Ambrogio Lorenzetti (#3).
Simone Martini (#1), Andrei Rublev (#2), Ambrogio Lorenzetti (#3), Pietro Lorenzetti (#4) e Hubert Van Eyck (#5).
The highest-ranked artistas born in Itália are Simone Martini (#1), Ambrogio Lorenzetti (#3), Pietro Lorenzetti (#4), Taddeo Gaddi (#6) e Agnolo Gaddi (#7).
The earliest-born artista in this list is Yuan Dynasty (#79), born in 1271.
Siena: 13 of the artistas in this list were born there.
Taddeo Gaddi (#6) taught Agnolo Gaddi (#7) e Jacopo Del Casentino (Jacopo Landino) (#51); Simone Martini (#1) taught Lippo Memmi (#10); Teófanes, O Grego (#8) taught Andrei Rublev (#2).
The highest-ranked artistas born in Italy are Orcagna (#18), Barna Da Siena (#20), Cennino Cennini (#26), Taddeo di Bartolo (#28) e Lippo Di Benivieni (#29).
Most artistas in this list were born in the 1350s (15 of 99), between 1271 and 1366 overall.
“Naquele ano, pintou o fresco da Maestà para o Palazzo Pubblico, a sede do governo da cidade.” — from our biography of Simone Martini (#1).
The highest-ranked living artistas in this list are Zhao Yuan (#30), Sheikh Zain Al-Din (#55), Marco Di Paolo Veneziano (#59), Giovanni Di Rigino (#80) e Mother Julian (#92).
Italy: 35 of the 99 artistas in this list were born there, then Itália (20) e Japan (8).
Our catalogue holds 1,514 works by these artistas. Each one can be ordered as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print.
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Other lists
Artistas famosos de BaroqueA Ronda Noturna · Rembrandt
Artistas famosos de Contemporary RealistAs Catadoras · Jean-François Millet
Artistas famosos de ImpressionistNoite Estrelada (Nova York, MoMA) · Vincent Van Gogh
Artistas famosos de RomanticistSaturno Devorando Seu Filho · Francisco De Goya
Artistas famosos de NeoclassicistA Morte de Marat · Jacques-Louis David
Artistas famosos de RealistA Origem do Mundo · Gustave Courbet
Artistas famosos de RenaissanceMona Lisa (La Gioconda) · Leonardo Da Vinci
Artistas famosos de Dutch Golden AgeJohannes Vermeer · Johannes Vermeer
Artistas famosos de ExpressionistComposição VII · Wassily Kandinsky
Artistas famosos de RococoA Embarcação para Citerê · Antoine WatteauBy period
Artistas famosos de Early MedievalSnowy River · Wang Wei
Artistas famosos de High MedievalMadonna in Maest (Ognissanti Madonna) · Giotto Di Bondone
Artistas famosos de RenaissanceA Criação de Adão · Michelangelo
Artistas famosos de Early ModernA Vocação de São Mateus · Caravaggio
Artistas famosos de 19th CenturyLírios d'Água (ou Ninféias) · Claude Monet
Artistas famosos de ModernGuernica · Pablo Picasso
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