Ferruccio Stefani: Italian Art Dealer & Entrepreneur Who Championed Artists Like Sartorelli Ferruccio Stefani (1861 – ) was an Italian art dealer and entrepreneur who played a pivotal role in shaping the Venetian art scene of the early 20th century. Born in Desio, Lombardy, Stefani’s life was marked by a passion for art and a dedication to fostering artistic talent—particularly that of Francesco Sartorelli—a relationship that cemented his legacy as a visionary promoter of Venetian painting. His influence extended beyond mere commerce; he actively curated exhibitions, established galleries, a…