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Amico Aspertini Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Amico Aspertini our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Amico Aspertini · 1475 – 1552

St Cassiano

Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan · original 34 x 38 cm

Admire Amico Aspertini's 'St Cassiano,' a Renaissance masterpiece depicting an elderly scholar at his desk, housed in Milan’s Pinacoteca di Brera. Explore its rich symbolism and artistic details.

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Art Movement: Renaissance Mannerism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Amico Aspertini: Adoration of the Shepherds

1515 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 44 x 34 cm

Admire Amico Aspertini’s 1515 ‘Adoration of the Shepherds,’ a Renaissance oil painting showcasing dramatic light & figures in a grand, gold-framed scene. Explore Bolognese Mannerism!

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Art Movement: Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Portrait of Tommaso Raimondi – Amico Aspertini

1500 · Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid · original 42 x 33 cm

Admire 'Portrait of Tommaso Raimondi' by Amico Aspertini (1500). A stunning Renaissance masterpiece showcasing chiaroscuro and capturing the subject’s noble likeness, now in Madrid.

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Female Portrait by Amico Aspertini

1502 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 45.5 x 35.5cm

This Renaissance profile portrait by Amico Aspertini exudes classical elegance. Discover the timeless beauty of this Italian masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Nereidi, Tritoni e putti alati sopra delfini, Amico Aspertini

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

A captivating display of naked figures and mythical sea creatures defines this Mannerist masterpiece by Amico Aspertini, offering a unique glimpse into Renaissance eccentricity that you can bring to your collection.

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Art Movement: Mannerism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Portrait of a Man – Amico Aspertini

1505 · Städel Museum, Frankfurt · original 53.5 x 43.6cm

This Renaissance portrait by Amico Aspertini captures a man against a serene landscape. Explore this masterpiece of Italian art today.

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Art Movement: Renaissance

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Busto di giovane uomo (Ritratto di Giovanni Achillini detto il Filotèo )

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

An intense and expressive portrait of a young man by Renaissance master Amico Aspertini captures a unique Mannerist energy through detailed facial features and an evocative outdoor setting, inviting you to explore this piece.

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Art Movement: Mannerist Eclecticism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Incredulità di San Tommaso, Amico Aspertini

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Discover Amico Aspertini's 'Incredulità di San Tommaso,' a captivating Mannerist masterpiece showcasing vibrant colors and an eccentric style, reflecting Bolognese artistic innovation.

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Art Movement: Mannerist Eclecticism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Venere con Amore nella fucina di Vulcano

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Discover 'Venere con Amore' by amico aspertini – a captivating Mannerist pencil sketch of Venus & Cupid. Explore its intricate detail, symbolic gestures, and unique artistic style.

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Art Movement: Mannerism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Euridice uccisa dal serpente alla presenza di Aristeo – Amico Aspertini

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Discover Amico Aspertini's 'Euridice,' a dramatic Renaissance painting depicting the tragic fate of the Greek heroine, showcasing Mannerist style and Bolognese artistry.

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Art Movement: Mannerist Eclecticism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Figura maschile nuda

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Discover Amico Aspertini's enigmatic 'Figura maschile nuda,' a captivating nude study reflecting Bolognese Mannerism. Explore its details, artist info & related research.

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Art Movement: Mannerist Eclecticism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Saint Sebastian by Amico Aspertini, 1505

1505 · National Gallery of Art, Washington · original 139 x 89 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Statua di Pan/Leone che azzanna un cavallo, Amico Aspertini

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

A powerful scene of a man carrying a goat amidst horses and birds captures the eccentric energy of Amico Aspertini's Renaissance mastery, inviting you to bring this unique piece of Italian history into your collection.

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Art Movement: Mannerism

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Ercole e il cinghiale di Erimanto

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Experience the dynamic strength of Amico Aspertini's Mannerist drawing, Ercole e il cinghiale di Erimanto; discover this powerful Renaissance masterpiece for your collection.

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Art Movement: Mannerism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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The Adoration of the Shepherds

Gemäldegalerie, Berlin

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Centauromachia

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Tre guerrieri che si mettono in salvo, raggiungendo la riva di un fiume, Amico Aspertini

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Discover this detailed black and white drawing of three ancient Greek figures by Amico Aspertini, capturing Mannerist energy; bring this historical masterpiece home.

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Art Movement: Mannerism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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San Cristoforo con Gesù Bambino – Amico Aspertini

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Witness Amico Aspertini's intense Mannerist drawing of a dramatic combat scene, capturing raw energy from the Italian Renaissance; discover this visionary piece today.

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Art Movement: Mannerist Eclecticism
Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Heroic Head, 1496, Amico Aspertini

1496 · Christian Museum, Eger · original 37 x 36 cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Amico Aspertini: A baptismal ceremony

Vanderbilt Museum of Art, Nashville

Explore Amico Aspertini’s ‘A Baptismal Ceremony,’ a Renaissance oil painting showcasing Mannerist style & dramatic lighting. Discover depth, realism & religious symbolism in this captivating artwork.

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Art Movement: Renaissance
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Female Saint Holding a Book by Amico Aspertini

Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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The Adoration of the Shepherds

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Adoration

original 21.5 x 50.0cm

Color Palette: Neutrals

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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Trionfo militare all, Amico Aspertini

Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

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Color Palette: Monochrome

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist by Amico Aspertini

Fitzwilliam Museum

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 33 artworks by Amico Aspertini
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The artist

Amico Aspertini

1475 – 1552

Quick facts

Top-ranked workSt Cassiano
Mediumsacrylic on canvas
Died1552
Lifespan77 years
Typical colorsearthy, neutrals
Movementsmannerism, mannerist eclecticism, renaissance
Best occasionsstatement
Creative periodsmature period

Biography

Amico Aspertini: A Pioneer of Mannerist Eclecticism

Amico Aspertini, born in Bologna around 1474 and passing away in 1552, stands as a fascinating figure within the Italian Renaissance—a painter who simultaneously anticipated and defied prevailing artistic trends. Often described as eccentric and possessing an almost unsettling intensity, Aspertini’s legacy lies not just in individual works but in his unique synthesis of styles, making him a pivotal precursor to Mannerism and a compelling example of Bolognese painting's evolving identity. His life was deeply intertwined with the artistic milieu of Bologna, a city renowned for its vibrant workshop culture and its connection to both Florentine innovation and Venetian sensuality. He began his training within this environment, absorbing influences from masters like Francia and Costa, yet quickly forged his own distinctive path, one characterized by an almost feverish energy and a willingness to embrace seemingly contradictory elements.

Early Life and Artistic Training

Aspertini’s family history was steeped in art; his father, Giovanni Antonio Aspertini, was himself a recognized painter. This familial connection provided him with an early immersion into the world of pigments, brushes, and artistic techniques. His formative years were spent in Bologna, where he honed his skills under the tutelage of established masters like Francia and Costa. These encounters exposed him to the classical ideals championed by the High Renaissance but also introduced him to a more nuanced approach—one that valued emotional intensity and expressive distortion over strict adherence to proportion and perspective. Crucially, Aspertini’s travels with his father to Rome in 1496 provided an opportunity to witness firsthand the burgeoning artistic scene of the papal court, further broadening his stylistic horizons. This period also saw him briefly documented in Roman records, suggesting a period of experimentation and exploration before returning to the relative stability of Bologna.

A Style Defined by Eclecticism and Innovation

Aspertini’s style is notoriously difficult to categorize, reflecting a deliberate rejection of rigid artistic boundaries. He was a master of eclecticism, drawing inspiration from a diverse range of sources—from the classical ideals of antiquity to the emotional intensity of late Gothic art, and even incorporating elements of the burgeoning Renaissance styles of Florence and Venice. His paintings are characterized by intricate compositions, elongated figures that seem to stretch and distort in unsettling ways, and a vibrant palette often dominated by intense reds, blues, and yellows. A key element of his technique was his remarkable speed—he is said to have worked with both hands simultaneously, one applying the *chiaro* (light) and the other the *scuro* (dark), creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow that heightened the sense of movement and drama within his scenes. This unusual method, as described by Vasari, contributed significantly to the frenetic energy often observed in his work.

Notable Works and Artistic Achievements

Several of Aspertini’s paintings stand out as particularly compelling examples of his unique style. “Trionfo Militare all” (Military Triumph), a monumental fresco depicting a military victory, showcases his ability to synthesize classical imagery with dramatic theatricality. "Erocle e il cinghiale di erimanto" (Hercules and the Wild Boar of Erymanthus) is another striking example, demonstrating his mastery of composition and his willingness to distort perspective for expressive effect. “Incredulità di san tommaso” (The Incredulity of Saint Thomas), a particularly arresting work, captures the saint’s moment of doubt with an almost palpable sense of psychological tension. These works, along with frescoes in the Oratory of Santa Cecilia and his contributions to the Lucca Basilica, reveal a painter who was constantly pushing the boundaries of artistic convention. His decoration of the triumphal arch for Pope Clement VII's entry into Bologna in 1529 further cemented his reputation as a leading artist of his time.

Legacy and Influence

Amico Aspertini’s influence on subsequent generations of Italian painters is considerable, though often understated. He is widely considered a key figure in the development of Mannerism—a style characterized by elongated figures, distorted perspective, and an emphasis on emotional expression. His work anticipated many of the stylistic innovations that would define Mannerism, paving the way for artists like El Greco. While Vasari’s account of Aspertini as an “eccentric” and “half-insane” master initially cast a negative light on his oeuvre, modern art historians have increasingly recognized his importance as a pioneering artist who challenged conventional notions of beauty and realism. His paintings can be found in prestigious collections such as the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, testament to their enduring artistic value. Aspertini’s legacy continues to fascinate and inspire, reminding us that true innovation often lies in embracing complexity and defying expectations.

Questions & Answers

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By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 2, 2026

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