Reference list · Mannerist
List of 71 Famous Mannerist Painters (Ranked)
إل غريكو (1541–1614) is the most famous Mannerist painter in this list; notable works include جنازة الكونت أورغاز and منظر مدينة طولةدو View of Toledo. Ranks 2 to 5: تينتوريتو, غيسيبي أرسيمبولدو, برونزينو and صفونيسبا أنجيسولا. The list records 71 painters born between 1475 (أميكو أسبرتيني) and 1577 (كريستوفانو ألوري) in 14 countries.
Method. Scope: artists whose works the encyclopedia records under Mannerist. Ranking: the encyclopedia's fame ranking of artists. Artists born after 1955 without a Wikidata identifier are excluded pending verification. Wikipedia: number of the encyclopedia's 32 languages with an article on the artist.
Summary
Mannerist: summary
- 71Artists
- 1475–1577Years of birth
- 14Countries of birth
- 2Women
- 5171Works in our catalogue
- Museums holding the most key works
- متحف الفنون التاريخية (19), متحف الإرميتاج (9), متحف برادو (8), مجموعات بافاريا الحكومية للرسم (8)
- The women of this list
- صفونيسبا أنجيسولا, لافينيا فونتانا
Entries
Ranked entries: 71 Mannerist Painters
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تينتوريتو 1519–1594
إيطالي Born: البندقية الأسلوب المانيري، المدرسة الفينيسية Wikipedia: 31/32 languages
Notable works · 100 notable works
فيرتومنس (فيرتورنو)
اكتشف "الخريف" لجوزيبه أركيْمبُولْدُو: تحفة فنية مذهلة من عام 1572 تجمع بين الفواكه والخضروات في صورة إنسان فريدة. استكشف الأسلوب المانييري والرمزية.
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النار- 175All 175 recorded works of غيسيبي أرسيمبولدو
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صفونيسبا أنجيسولا 1532–1625
إيطالية Born: كَرِمونة عصر النهضة، المانييريزم (الأسلوب التصنعي) Wikipedia: 29/32 languages
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جورجو فازاري 1511–1574
Born: أرِتسَة Wikipedia: 31/32 languages
Teacher of Jacopo Zucchi #54, Federico Zuccari #41
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روسو فيورينتينو 1494–1540
الجنسية Born: فلورنسا الأسلوب أو الحركة الفنية Wikipedia: 27/32 languages
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سيبستيانو ديل بيوميو 1485–1547
إيطالي Born: البندقية عصر النهضة العليا، المانييريزم Wikipedia: 23/32 languages
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هندريك غولتزيوس 1558–1617
هولندي Born: براونشفايغ المانيرية الشمالية والنقش الباروكي Wikipedia: 19/32 languages
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دومينيكو دي باتشي بيكافومي 1484–1551
الجنسية: إيطالي Born: كاستيلنوفو بيراردينجا الأسلوب أو الحركة الفنية: المانييرية، عصر النهضة Wikipedia: 21/32 languages
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بارثولوميو سبرانجر 1546–1611
فلمنكي Born: أنتويرب المانيريزم الشمالي Wikipedia: 18/32 languages
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لافينيا فونتانا 1552–1614
الجنسية: إيطالية Born: بولونيا الأسلوب أو الحركة الفنية: المانييريزم، الباروك Wikipedia: 26/32 languages
Notable works · 100 notable works
The nativity
Five Studies of Male Figure and two of His Right Hand and Arm (for “Madonna del Popolo”, Firenze, Galleria degli Uffizi)
Three Studies of a Male Figure both Nude and Clothed (for “Stigmatization of Saint Francis”, Urbino, Galleria Nazionale delle Marche)- 116All 116 recorded works of فيديريكو باروتشي
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كريستوفانو ألوري 1577–1621
إيطالي Born: فلورنسا المانيريزم (التصنعية) Wikipedia: 23/32 languages
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نيكولو ديل أباتي 1512–1571
إيطالي Born: مودينا المانيريزم (التصنع) Wikipedia: 25/32 languages
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Karel van Mander the Elder 1548–1606
Flemish Born: Meulebeke Northern Mannerism Wikipedia: 20/32 languages
Rome (1574-1577): Van Mander spent three years in Rome, where he encountered classical art and developed his artistic style. Northern Mannerism Pioneer: Karel van Mander is considered a key figure in the development of Northern Mannerism.
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دانييال فولتيرا 1509–1566
إيطالي Born: فولتيرا المانيرية (التصنعية) Wikipedia: 17/32 languages
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Prospero Fontana 1512–1597
Italian Born: Bologna Late Renaissance & Mannerism Wikipedia: 18/32 languages
His work also includes significant contributions to the decoration of the Santa Maria del Baraccano church in Bologna, including a captivating “Disputa di Santa Caterina.” His daughter, Lavinia Fontana, who herself became a successful painter, undoubtedly benefited from her father’s tutelage and artistic guidance. He bridged the gap between the classical ideals of the High Renaissance and the expressive distortions of Mannerism, creating a style that was both visually arresting and psychologically complex.
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فرنسيسكو بريماتيتشيو 1504–1570
Italian Born: بولونيا Mannerism Wikipedia: 22/32 languages
Whether through the delicate line work of a chalk drawing like Ceres or the monumental scale of fresco fragments such as Ulysses Winning the Archery Contest in the Presence of Penelope, Primaticcio’s oeuvre remains a testament to an artist who could navigate the complexities of myth, majesty, and the human psyche with unparalleled grace.
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أوتو فان فيين 1556–1629
فلمنكي Born: ليدن المانيرية Wikipedia: 15/32 languages
Student of Federico Zuccari #41
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لوكا كامبياسو 1527–1585
إيطالي Born: مونيغيا المدرسة الجنوية، المانييريزم (الأسلوب التصنعي) Wikipedia: 15/32 languages
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جوزيبي تشيزاري 1568–1640
الجنسية Born: آربينو الأسلوب أو الحركة الفنية Wikipedia: 14/32 languages
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فرانشيسكو باسانو الأصغر 1549–1592
إيطالي Born: باسانو ديل غرابا عصر النهضة البندقية Wikipedia: 12/32 languages
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Hendrick De Clerck 1570–1630
Flemish Late Mannerism
Early Life & Training: De Clerck’s formative years are shrouded in obscurity, though evidence suggests he received training under Jan Brueghel the Elder, a titan of Flemish landscape painting and a pivotal influence on de Clerck's artistic approach. Among De Clerck’s most celebrated achievements is “The Deposition,” commissioned for St.
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Perino del Vaga 1501–1547
Italian Born: Florence Mannerist Painting Wikipedia: 15/32 languages
Whether depicting the celestial grace of a Madonna with Child or the dramatic tension found in works like The Fall of the Giants, Perino possessed a unique talent for blending the monumental with the delicate.
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Stradanus 1523–1605
Flemish Born: Bruges Renaissance, 16th Century Painting Wikipedia: 15/32 languages
His arrival coincided with a period of immense artistic patronage and experimentation within the court, orchestrated by Grand Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici and his advisor, Giorgio Vasari. The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection features a significant drawing by Stradanus – “ Allegory of America” – offering valuable insight into his artistic vision and providing a tangible connection to this remarkable Florentine master.
Teacher of Antonio Tempesta #56
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جيوفاني أنطونيو دي ساكيس (إيل بوردينوني) 1484–1539
إيطالي Born: بُردِنونة رسم عصر النهضة Wikipedia: 16/32 languages
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Federico Zuccari 1539–1609
Italian Born: Sant'Angelo in Vado Mannerism Wikipedia: 18/32 languages
This ambition is perhaps most tangibly felt in Casa Zuccari in Florence, a residence built around 1578. Their collaborative spirit yielded masterpieces such as “The Holy Family ” in Palazzo Vecchio, a work that serves as a testament to their unified artistic language.
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Cornelis Ketel 1548–1616
Dutch Born: Gouda Mannerism Wikipedia: 13/32 languages
Encouragement also came from Dirck Crabeth, a celebrated stained-glass artist and brother to Wouter Crabeth, whose wife may have been related to Ketel – suggesting a network of familial support within the artistic community.
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Gillis Mostaert 1528–1598
Flemish Born: Hulst Mannerism, Renaissance Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
The influence of Hieronymus Bosch is also readily apparent in Mostaert’s oeuvre, particularly in compositions derived from tapestries based on Bosch's fantastical creations. He played a crucial role in the development of both genre and landscape art within Antwerp, pushing boundaries and inspiring subsequent generations of artists.
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فرانشيسكو باكياكا 1494–1557
إيطالي Born: فلورنسا المانيريزم الفلورنسي Wikipedia: 11/32 languages
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Santi di Tito 1536–1603
Italian Born: Florence Proto-Baroque & Counter-Maniera Wikipedia: 14/32 languages
His prolific output, including monumental altarpieces such as The Resurrection for Santa Croce, demonstrated that art could be both profoundly beautiful and deeply communicative.
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بوليدورو دا كارافاجو 1499–1543
إيطالي Born: كارافاجو المانيريزم (الأسلوبية) Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
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فينتشينزو كامبي 1536–1591
إيطالي Born: كَرِمونة الأسلوب الفلمنكي / الطبيعية اللومباردية Wikipedia: 13/32 languages
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Andrea Schiavone 1522–1563
Italian Born: Zadar Baroque Sculpture; Mannerism Wikipedia: 14/32 languages
His patronage by influential Venetian families, such as the Mocenigo and Grimani, ensured that his influence permeated the very fabric of the city's cultural life.
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جاكوبو ليجوزي 1547–1627
إيطالي Born: فيرونا عصر النهضة المتأخر والمذهب المانييري Wikipedia: 11/32 languages
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Bartolomeo Passarotti 1529–1592
Italian Born: Bologna Mannerism Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
The historical significance of Bartolomeo Passarotti lies in his role as a foundational figure for the Carracci Academy and the broader Bolognese tradition.
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Andrea Vicentino 1542–1617
Italian Born: Vicenza Late Renaissance/Mannerist Wikipedia: 5/32 languages
Through his work, the halls of the palace—including the Sala del Senato and Sala dello Scrutinio—were transformed into theatrical stages where history and myth converged.
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Jacopo Zucchi 1542–1596
Italian Born: Florence Mannerist Painting Wikipedia: 11/32 languages
His works often serve as windows into the complex allegories of the 16th century: Religious Devotion: In pieces such as Allegory of the Creation, Zucchi captures profound moments of divine connection, utilizing dramatic lighting and celestial figures to evoke a sense of awe and religious fervor.
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دومينيكو تينتوريتو 1560–1635
إيطالي Born: البندقية المانيريزم (الأسلوبية) Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
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Antonio Tempesta 1555–1630
Italian Born: Florence Mannerism Wikipedia: 11/32 languages
One of his most poignant achievements can be seen in the Church of Santo Stefano Rotondo in Rome, where his fresco depicting the martyrdom of Saint Primus utilizes a rich color palette and intense emotionality to capture a scene of profound grief and loss. He remains a testament to the interconnectedness of the European art world during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, serving as a bridge between the classical traditions of Italy and the burgeoning artistic spirit of the North.
Student of Stradanus #39
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أميكو أسبرتيني 1475–1552
الجنسية Born: بولونيا الأسلوب أو الحركة الفنية Wikipedia: 11/32 languages
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Wenzel Jamnitzer 1507–1585
German Born: Vienna Northern Mannerism
Wenzel’s artistic education commenced under the tutelage of his father and brother. Born in Vienna, Italy, Wenzel was the son of Hans Jamnitzer the Elder, a goldsmith who established a tradition of excellence that would continue through subsequent generations.
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Vincenzo Scamozzi 1548–1616
Italian Born: Vicenza
His monumental two-volume treatise, L'idea dell'architettura universale, published in Venice in 1615, stands as one of the final great works of the Renaissance.
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Domenico Fontana 1543–1607
Italian Born: Melide Late Renaissance
Domenico Fontana, a name often overshadowed by the titans of the High Renaissance, stands as a pivotal figure in 16th-century Italian architecture and engineering. The Fontana dell'Acqua Felice (Fountain of Moses), built for Pope Sixtus V, stands as a prime example.
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Jan De Beer 1475–1528
Born: Antwerp Antwerp Mannerism Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
Though his name fell into obscurity following the end of the sixteenth century, Jan De Beer’s influence endured through the lasting impact of the Antwerp Mannerist style.
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Marcello Venusti 1510–1579
Italian Born: Mazzo di Valtellina Mannerist Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
His most celebrated achievement remains the scaled oil copy of the Last Judgment, commissioned by Cardinal Alessandro Farnese.
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Toussaint Dubreuil 1561–1602
French Born: Paris Second School Fontainebleau; Mannerism; Italian Art Influence Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
He found endless inspiration in the epic tales of Homer, the poetic explorations of Pierre de Rationale, and the dramatic narratives of Torquato Tasso. Born in Paris around 1561, Dubreuil emerged during a transformative era when the French court sought to mirror the sophisticated aesthetics of the Italian masters.
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توبياس شتيمر 1539–1584
الجنسية Born: شافهاوزن الأسلوب أو الحركة الفنية Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
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Jacopino del Conte 1510–1598
Italian Born: Florence Mannerist Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
The “Virgin and Child with Saint Elizabeth and John the Baptist ” (1535), now housed in the Uffizi Gallery, exemplifies this evolution, showcasing a masterful command of perspective, drapery, and emotional expression. The “Deposition” (1552), painted for the Oratory of San Giovanni Decollato, exemplifies this shift towards a more emotionally charged style.
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Paolo Fiammingo 1540–1596
Flemish Born: Antwerp Landscape with mythological and allegorical Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
In 1580, Fiammingo was tasked with creating extensive series of paintings to adorn Castle Kirchheim in Württemberg.
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Jacques Bellange 1575–1616
French Born: Bassigny Northern Mannerism Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
Though his life was cut short in 1616, Bellange’s influence endured far beyond the borders of Lorraine.
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Girolamo Mazzola Bedoli 1500–1569
Italian Born: Parma Mannerist Painting Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
The significance of Girolamo Mazzola Bedoli extends beyond the individual canvases he left behind.
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Lelio Orsi 1508–1587
Italian Born: Novellara Mannerist Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
Born in the small town of Novellara around 1508 or 1511, Orsi navigated an era defined by shifting theological certainties and the complex intellectual currents of humanism.
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Michele Tosini 1503–1577
Italian Born: Florence Renaissance and Mannerism Wikipedia: 5/32 languages
He was an artist who did not merely witness the transition from the High Renaissance to Mannerism but actively participated in its shaping. While some historical accounts suggest a familial bond to the great Ridolfo Ghirlandaio, it is more accurately understood that Tosini flourished within the master's studio, absorbing the foundational technical skills and established stylistic principles of the Florentine workshop.
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Juan Correa De Vivar 1510–1566
Spanish Born: Mascaraque Renaissance, Mannerism Wikipedia: 6/32 languages
Correa's early commissions, such as the altarpiece for the monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe in Mascaraque (circa 1532-1534), demonstrate a clear adherence to Raphael’s principles – elegant figures, balanced compositions, and harmonious color palettes.
Notable works
Notable Mannerist works
Chronology
Chronology of notable works
- 1515
- 1519
- 1532
- 1540
- 1545
- 1549
- 1551
- 1555
- 1567
- 1570
- 1581
- 1586
- 1590
- 1593
Statistics
Statistics
| إيطاليا | 34 |
|---|---|
| Italy | 15 |
| Belgium | 4 |
| هولندا | 3 |
| ألمانيا | 2 |
| فرنسا | 2 |
| Netherlands | 2 |
| France | 2 |
| 1470s | 2 |
|---|---|
| 1480s | 3 |
| 1490s | 5 |
| 1500s | 11 |
| 1510s | 10 |
| 1520s | 8 |
| 1530s | 7 |
| 1540s | 11 |
| 1550s | 7 |
| 1560s | 4 |
| 1570s | 3 |
| متحف الفنون التاريخية | 19 |
|---|---|
| متحف الإرميتاج | 9 |
| متحف برادو | 8 |
| مجموعات بافاريا الحكومية للرسم | 8 |
| Rijksmuseum | 6 |
| المعرض الوطني | 6 |
| متحف المتروبوليتان للفنون | 5 |
| معرض أوفيزي | 5 |
Index
List of 71 Mannerist painters
- 1
إل غريكو1541–1614 - 2
تينتوريتوإيطالي · 1519–1594 - 3
غيسيبي أرسيمبولدو1527–1593 - 4
برونزينو1503–1572 - 5
صفونيسبا أنجيسولاإيطالية · 1532–1625 - 6
بونتورمو1494–1556 - 7
بارميجانينو1503–1540 - 8
جورجو فازاري1511–1574 - 9
جوليو رومانو1499–1546 - 10
روسو فيورينتينوالجنسية · 1494–1540 - 11
سيبستيانو ديل بيوميوإيطالي · 1485–1547 - 12
هندريك غولتزيوسهولندي · 1558–1617 - 13
دومينيكو دي باتشي بيكافوميالجنسية: إيطالي · 1484–1551 - 14
بيتر أرتسينهولندي · 1508–1575 - 15
بارثولوميو سبرانجرفلمنكي · 1546–1611 - 16
لافينيا فونتاناالجنسية: إيطالية · 1552–1614 - 17
فيديريكو باروتشي1535–1612 - 18
هانز فون آخنألماني · 1552–1615 - 19
كريستوفانو ألوريإيطالي · 1577–1621 - 20
أليساندرو ألوري1535–1607 - 21
نيكولو ديل أباتيإيطالي · 1512–1571 - 22
جيوفاني باتيستا موروني1525–1578 - 23
بينفينوتو تشيليني1500–1571 - 24
فرانشيسكو سالفياتي1510–1563 - 25
جيامبولونيافلمنكي · 1529–1608 - 26
Karel van Mander the ElderFlemish · 1548–1606 - 27
دانييال فولتيراإيطالي · 1509–1566 - 28
جان جوجونالجنسية · 1510–1567 - 29
Prospero FontanaItalian · 1512–1597 - 30
يواخيم وتيفيلهولندي · 1566–1638 - 31
فرنسيسكو بريماتيتشيوItalian · 1504–1570 - 32
أوتو فان فيينفلمنكي · 1556–1629 - 33
لوكا كامبياسوإيطالي · 1527–1585 - 34
جوزيبي تشيزاريالجنسية · 1568–1640 - 35
فرانشيسكو باسانو الأصغرإيطالي · 1549–1592 - 36
Hendrick De ClerckFlemish · 1570–1630 - 37
لياندرو باسانو1557–1622 - 38
Perino del VagaItalian · 1501–1547 - 39
StradanusFlemish · 1523–1605 - 40
جيوفاني أنطونيو دي ساكيس (إيل بوردينوني)إيطالي · 1484–1539 - 41
Federico ZuccariItalian · 1539–1609 - 42
تشيكينو ديل سالفياتيإيطالي · 1510–1563 - 43
Cornelis KetelDutch · 1548–1616 - 44
Gillis MostaertFlemish · 1528–1598 - 45
فرانشيسكو باكياكاإيطالي · 1494–1557 - 46
سيبوني بولزوني1550–1598 - 47
Santi di TitoItalian · 1536–1603 - 48
بوليدورو دا كارافاجوإيطالي · 1499–1543 - 49
فينتشينزو كامبيإيطالي · 1536–1591 - 50
Andrea SchiavoneItalian · 1522–1563 - 51
جاكوبو ليجوزيإيطالي · 1547–1627 - 52
Bartolomeo PassarottiItalian · 1529–1592 - 53
Andrea VicentinoItalian · 1542–1617 - 54
Jacopo ZucchiItalian · 1542–1596 - 55
دومينيكو تينتوريتوإيطالي · 1560–1635 - 56
Antonio TempestaItalian · 1555–1630 - 57
أميكو أسبرتينيالجنسية · 1475–1552 - 58
Wenzel JamnitzerGerman · 1507–1585 - 59
Vincenzo ScamozziItalian · 1548–1616 - 60
Domenico FontanaItalian · 1543–1607 - 61
Jan De Beer1475–1528 - 62
Marcello VenustiItalian · 1510–1579 - 63
Toussaint DubreuilFrench · 1561–1602 - 64
توبياس شتيمرالجنسية · 1539–1584 - 65
Jacopino del ConteItalian · 1510–1598 - 66
Paolo FiammingoFlemish · 1540–1596 - 67
Jacques BellangeFrench · 1575–1616 - 68
Girolamo Mazzola BedoliItalian · 1500–1569 - 69
Lelio OrsiItalian · 1508–1587 - 70
Michele TosiniItalian · 1503–1577 - 71
Juan Correa De VivarSpanish · 1510–1566
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Who is the most famous Mannerist painter?
إل غريكو (#1) is first in this ranking, followed by تينتوريتو (#2) and غيسيبي أرسيمبولدو (#3).
Which five Mannerist painters should everyone know?
إل غريكو (#1), تينتوريتو (#2), غيسيبي أرسيمبولدو (#3), برونزينو (#4) and صفونيسبا أنجيسولا (#5).
Who are the great Mannerist painters of Italy?
The highest-ranked painters born in Italy are Prospero Fontana (#29), Perino del Vaga (#38), Federico Zuccari (#41), Santi di Tito (#47) and Bartolomeo Passarotti (#52).
Who was the earliest Mannerist painter?
The earliest-born painter in this list is أميكو أسبرتيني (#57), born in 1475.
Which city produced the most Mannerist painters?
فلورنسا: 8 of the painters in this list were born there.
Which country produced the most Mannerist painters?
إيطاليا: 34 of the 71 painters in this list were born there, then Italy (15) and Belgium (4).
Who are the great Mannerist painters of إيطاليا?
The highest-ranked painters born in إيطاليا are تينتوريتو (#2), غيسيبي أرسيمبولدو (#3), برونزينو (#4), صفونيسبا أنجيسولا (#5) and بونتورمو (#6).
Which women Mannerist painters are the most famous?
2 women are in this ranking: صفونيسبا أنجيسولا (#5) and لافينيا فونتانا (#16).
Where are the great works of Mannerist art today?
The museums holding the most key works of this list are متحف الفنون التاريخية (19), متحف الإرميتاج (9) and متحف برادو (8).
Which Mannerist painters were masters and pupils?
جورجو فازاري (#8) taught Jacopo Zucchi (#54) and Federico Zuccari (#41); Stradanus (#39) taught Antonio Tempesta (#56).
When were most Mannerist painters born?
Most painters in this list were born in the 1540s (11 of 71), between 1475 and 1577 overall.
How many works by these painters does the encyclopedia record?
The encyclopedia records 5,171 works by these painters.
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Encyclopedia articles
See also
Artists of other movements
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Artists of other periods
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