Place: Casalmaggiore
Born: 1924
Death: 1993
Biography:
Gianfranco Manara was an Italian painter and engraver. He was born on October 10, 1924, in Casalmaggiore, Italy, and died on November 17, 1993, in Milan, Italy. Manara studied at the Istituto d'Arte di Parma and later moved to Milan. He was known for his self-portraits and interior scenes. His works can be found in various museums and galleries across Italy, including the Museo Diotti in Casalmaggiore. Manara's style is characterized by a strong use of color and light, with an emphasis on realism and detail. He was influenced by artists such as Giuseppe Diotti and Gaetano Previati.