early life and training
jacopo robusti, also known as tintoretto, was an italian painter identified with the venetian school. he was born in venice in 1518 and his father was a dyer. tintoretto is known to have had at least one sibling, a brother named domenico robusti. he is believed to have originated from brescia, in lombardy, then part of the republic of venice.artistic style and influences
tintoretto's artistic style was characterized by his bold brushwork and inventiveness in composition. he was influenced by the works of michelangelo, but ultimately spent most of his career rejecting the high renaissance style with his own approach.notable works
- saint george and the dragon (158 x 100 cm, national gallery, london, oil on canvas), a painting that showcases tintoretto's unique ability to capture the essence of a place.
- mary with the child, venerated by two evangelists (160 x 228 cm, canvas), a work that demonstrates tintoretto's mastery of light and shadow.
- christ carried to the tomb (scottish national gallery, edinburgh, oil on canvas), a painting that exemplifies tintoretto's boldness and inventiveness in composition.
museums and collections
tintoretto's works can be found in various museums around the world, including the gallerie dell'accademia (venezia, italy), the national gallery (london, united kingdom), and the scottish national gallery (edinburgh, scotland).legacy
tintoretto remains one of the most prolific italian painters of the venetian school, known for his bold brushwork and inventiveness in composition. his legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike.- view more works by jacopo robusti on WikiOO.org
- read more about the venetian school and its notable artists on wikipedia
Questions & Answers
Where are Jacopo Robusti's artworks mapped by subject?
The Subject Atlas page maps Jacopo Robusti's artworks by subject.
What aliases or alternate names does Jacopo Robusti have?
Jacopo Robusti is also known as Tintoretto.
Where is Jacopo Robusti from?
Jacopo Robusti was born in Italy.
What are the birth city and country of Jacopo Robusti?
Jacopo Robusti was born in Venice, in Italy.
Can I study Jacopo Robusti's use of color across all works?
The Palette Genome of Jacopo Robusti is a page that presents the color profile of the artist's body of work.
How many artworks by Jacopo Robusti are available to browse?
You can browse 14 artworks by Jacopo Robusti on the All Artworks page.
In which historical period did Jacopo Robusti work?
Jacopo Robusti worked in the Renaissance period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.
Is there a 3D virtual tour of Jacopo Robusti's works?
A virtual visit is possible: the 3D Museum page of Jacopo Robusti presents the artist's works in a three-dimensional gallery.
