Bernardo Strozzi

1581 - 1644

Quick Facts

  • Died: 1644
  • Movements: baroque
  • Color intensity: monochromatic
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Topics explored:
    • religious
    • saints
    • baroque art
    • baroque
    • portrait
  • Creative periods: mature period
  • Top 3 works:
    • Sleeping Child
    • St Maurice and the Angel
    • Banquet at the House of Simon (detail)
  • Lifespan: 63 years

early life and training

bernardo strozzi, also known as il cappuccino and il prete genovese, was a prominent italian baroque painter and engraver born in 1581 in genoa, italy. his early training took place in the workshop of cesare corte, a minor genoese painter, under whose guidance strozzi developed his skills until 1596. he then joined the workshop of pietro sorri, an innovative sienese painter, who led strozzi towards a more naturalistic style.

artistic career

strozzi's career can be divided into two main periods: his early years in genoa and his later work in venice. in genoa, he worked on various projects, including the frescoes in the choir of the san domenico church, commissioned by members of the doria family.

influence and legacy

strozzi's powerful art, characterized by rich colors and broad brushstrokes, had a significant impact on the artistic developments in both genoa and venice. he is considered one of the principal founders of the venetian baroque style.
  • notable patrons:
  • doge francesco erizzo
  • catholic cardinal and patriarch of venice federico baldissera
  • prominent venetian artists, including claudio monteverdi and barbara strozzi

later life and death

strozzi's later years were marked by his work as an engineer. he died in venice in 1644, leaving behind a legacy as a versatile and prolific artist. view more works by bernardo strozzi on WikiOO: [https://WikiOO.org/@/bernardo-strozzi](https://WikiOO.org/@/bernardo-strozzi) explore the pinacoteca di vicenza, italy, featuring works from various periods and styles: /en/art/show/art-d3afpd-en/

Questions & Answers

Where are Bernardo Strozzi's artworks grouped by keywords?

Bernardo Strozzi's works can be explored by keyword on the artist's By Keywords page. Each keyword groups the related artworks.

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Where are Bernardo Strozzi's artworks grouped by technique?

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Art Quiz

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Question 1:
Where was Bernardo Strozzi born?
Question 2:
During which period of his career did Bernardo Strozzi primarily work in Venice?
Question 3:
Which artistic style is most closely associated with Bernardo Strozzi's later work?
Question 4:
Which of the following best describes Bernardo Strozzi’s artistic style?