Fra Filippo Lippi

Styl: Early Renaissance; Op Art;

Místo: Florence

Narozený: 1406

Smrt: 1469

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Early Life and Training

, an Italian painter of the Quattrocento, was born in Florence in 1406 to Tommaso, a butcher, and his wife. As a young child, Lippi showed little interest in studying, instead spending his time sketching pictures on his own books and those of others.

Artistic Career

Lippi's artistic talent caught the attention of the prior, who provided him with the opportunity to learn painting. In 1432, Filippo Lippi left the monastery, although he was not released from his vows. His travels took him to Ancona and Naples, where he was captured by Barbary pirates and kept as a slave. His skill in portrait-sketching eventually led to his release.

Notable Works

• The Annunciation and The Seven Saints, commissioned by the Medici family, showcasing Lippi's popularity and the support of influential patrons.
• The Coronation of the Virgin, an altarpiece for the nuns of S. Ambrogio, now a prominent attraction in the Academy of Florence, featuring many Bernardine monks and a possible self-portrait of Lippo.
• The Adoration of the Magi (https://Wikioo.org/@@/9GG4Q7-Fra-Filippo-Lippi-The-Adoration-of-the-Magi), a notable work showcasing Lippi's skill in capturing the essence of the Quattrocento art movement.

Museums and Collections

• Uffizi Gallery (https://Wikioo.org/@@/5ZKBG6-Sandro-Botticelli-Madonna-of-the-Pomegranate), featuring works by Sandro Botticelli, a pupil of Lippi.
• National Museum of Fine Arts (https://Wikioo.org/@/La-Collezione-Bonello-(Malta)), hosting an impressive collection of Early Renaissance art, including works by Caravaggio and Alberto Morrocco.

Legacy

Fra Filippo Lippi's influence on the Quattrocento art movement is undeniable. His work, characterized by its unique blend of humanism and classical antiquity, paved the way for future generations of artists. As a Carmelite priest and skilled painter, Lippi taught many pupils, including Sandro Botticelli, who went on to become a renowned artist in his own right. Key Dates: * 1406: Born in Florence * 1432: Left the monastery * 1441: Painted an altarpiece for the nuns of S. Ambrogio * 1469: Died in Spoleto Recommended Reading: * https://Wikioo.org/@@/A@D3CQY3-The-Quattrocento-Art-Movement (The Quattrocento Art Movement) * https://Wikipedia.org/wiki/Filippo_Lippi (Fra Filippo Lippi on Wikipedia)