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Giovanni Pisano Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Giovanni Pisano 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 Giovanni Pisano · 1248 – 1318

Head of a bearded Man

1314 · National Gallery of Denmark, Copenhagen · original 12 x 17 cm

A strikingly detailed marble head by Giovanni Pisano, a pivotal figure in late Gothic Italian sculpture from 1314, showcasing the influence of Roman art and his father Nicola's legacy. Discover this exquisite piece and bring timeless artistry into your space.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Last Judgment (detail)

1310 · Cathedral, Pisa

Giovanni Pisano’s monumental sculpture from Pisa Cathedral captures the harrowing drama of the Last Judgment—a masterpiece of gothic and Romanesque fusion. Intense emotion radiates from a central figure embodying torment, mirroring Henry Moore's assessment as 'the first modern sculptor.' Explore this iconic artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Madonna and Child

1305 · Cappella Scrovegni, Padua

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Isaiah (detail)

1285 · Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Siena

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Sibyl (detail)

1284 · Duomo, Siena

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Haggai

1285 · Duomo, Siena

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Isaiah (detail)

1285 · Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Siena

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Plato (detail)

1280 · Duomo, Siena

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Deacons Holding Candles

1310

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Sibyl

1285 · Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Siena

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Adoration of the Magi

1301 · Sant'Andrea, Pistoia · original 84 x 102 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Maria Moise (Miriam)

1285 · Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Siena

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Pulpit (detail)

1301 · Sant'Andrea, Pistoia

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Pulpit

1301 · Sant'Andrea, Pistoia

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Madonna with the Child and Two Angels

1310 · Cappella Scrovegni, Padua

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Wolf

1300

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Maria Moise (Miriam)

1285 · Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, Siena

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Pulpit

1302 · Cathedral, Pisa

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Madonna and Child

1311 · Museo Civico, Pisa

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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St Anthony Abbot

1350 · original 62 x 36 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Pulpit (detail)

1302 · Cathedral, Pisa

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Last Judgment (detail)

1310 · Cathedral, Pisa

Magnificent detail from Giovanni Pisano’s "Last Judgment" fresco in Pisa Cathedral. Experience Gothic artistry & powerful emotion in this marble masterpiece. Hand-painted reproductions available.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Pulpit

1301 · Sant'Andrea, Pistoia

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Story of the Birth of Jesus

1301 · Sant'Andrea, Pistoia · original 84 x 102 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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Massacre of the Innocents

1301 · Sant'Andrea, Pistoia · original 84 x 102 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano
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The artist

Giovanni Pisano

1248 – 1318

Quick facts

Typical colorsgray
Lifespan70 years
Topics exploredreligious, virgin mary, children
Room fitliving room
Top 3 worksHead of a bearded Man, Last Judgment (detail), Madonna and Child
Born1248, Pisa, Italy
Color intensitymonochromatic

Biography

The Genesis of a Masterpiece: Early Life and Apprenticeship

Giovanni Pisano emerged from the artistic crucible of Pisa, Italy, in 1248. His early life was steeped in the tradition of monumental craftsmanship, as he was the son of the renowned sculptor Nicola Pisano. It is within the very atmosphere of his father's workshop that Giovanni began to absorb the rigorous discipline and soaring ambition characteristic of the Italian Gothic style. These initial years were formative, a period where the echoes of established artistic genius guided his nascent talent. His early collaborations with Nicola on significant works, such as the pulpit in Siena Cathedral (1265–1268) and the fountain fontana maggiore in Perugia (completed 1278), reveal an undeniable mastery of form inherited from his father's hand. While these first pieces bear the unmistakable imprint of Nicola’s style, they serve as a vital prologue to the revolutionary artist Giovanni was destined to become.

A Departure into Innovation: The Shift in Style

The true blossoming of Giovanni Pisano’s individual genius is marked by a palpable shift away from the serene echoes of his father's work. A pivotal moment arrived with his commissions at Pisa Cathedral, where he sculpted the statues adorning the two rows of traceried gables at the baptistry between 1277 and 1284. These figures possess a newfound vivacity, an energy that signals his artistic emancipation. It was here that Giovanni began to weave together disparate threads of history: the soaring verticality of French Gothic architecture mingling with the robust, classical dignity drawn from ancient Roman art. This synthesis was not merely decorative; it represented a profound intellectual leap in sculptural representation.

Architectural Ambition and Civic Patronage

His ambition soon extended beyond mere sculpture to encompass the very structure of sacred spaces. Between 1287 and 1296, Giovanni Pisano was entrusted with the role of chief architect for Siena Cathedral. The facade stands as a monumental testament to his evolving vision—a breathtaking dialogue between Gothic elaboration and classical restraint. His ability to harmonize these seemingly disparate influences gave rise to an aesthetic that defined much of the subsequent Italian artistic trajectory. Later, when he returned to Pisa to begin work on the church of San Giovanni, and subsequently tackled the intricate pulpit at Sant' Andrea in Pistoia (a project initiated earlier), his hand remained decisive. The reliefs adorning this pulpit—depicting scenes from the Annunciation through to the Last Judgement—are masterful narratives carved with both technical brilliance and deep theological resonance.

Legacy: The First Modern Sculptor

Giovanni Pisano’s impact resonated so deeply that even his contemporaries recognized him as a pioneer. Henry Moore, in later times, bestowed upon him the title of "the first modern sculptor," an accolade that speaks volumes about his revolutionary spirit. His work did not simply decorate; it redefined the relationship between art, narrative, and human form. By confidently blending the soaring spirituality of Gothic design with the grounded musculature and idealized forms of Roman antiquity, Giovanni Pisano forged a visual language that bridged the medieval world toward the burgeoning Renaissance. His enduring legacy is one of dynamic transition—a master who guided Italian art from one era into the next.

Questions & Answers

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The color profile of Giovanni Pisano's work is shown on the artist's Palette Genome page.

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You can browse 39 artworks by Giovanni Pisano on the All Artworks page.

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Giovanni Pisano's works can be explored by color on the artist's Spectral Index page.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026

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