Early Life and Formation in Lombardy Benedetto Briosco, born around 1460 in Pavia, emerged from a family steeped in the artisanal traditions of Lombardy—though precise details regarding his parentage remain elusive within the historical record. His formative years unfolded amidst the burgeoning Renaissance spirit of Pavia, a city flourishing under the patronage of the Sforza dynasty and brimming with artistic innovation. While formal…