Encyclopedia · High Medieval
ჯოტო დი ბონდონე (1267–1337) is the most famous High Medieval ხატველი in this list; notable works include მადონა მაესტაში (ოგნსანტოსი მადონა) და ნომერი 19 ქრისტეს ცხოვრების სცენები: 3. ქრისტეს წარდგენა ტაძარში. Ranks 2 to 5: დუჩო დი ბუონინსენია, ციმბუე, ჟაო მენგფუ და ჯუ სი. The list records 96 მხატვრები born between 970 (Xu Daoning) and 1269 (Huang Gongwang) in 28 countries.
Method. Scope: artists whose works the encyclopedia records under High Medieval. Ranking: the encyclopedia's fame ranking of artists. Artists born after 1955 without a Wikidata identifier are excluded pending verification. Wikipedia: number of the encyclopedia's 32 languages with an article on the artist.
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იტალიელი Born: ფლორენცია რანელესანსისწინასწარმდეგი Wikipedia: 31/32 languages
Instead of the distant, symbolic figures common in the Byzantine tradition, he focused on a clear and simple structure. The way he used space and human emotion provided a blueprint for Masaccio and Michelangelo.
Collections The Scrovegni Chapel holds the large fresco cycles that changed how stories were told on walls.
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იტალიელი Born: სიენა სიონის სკოლა, ტრენტოს გოთიკური სტილი Wikipedia: 31/32 languages
He frequently embellished these surfaces with gold leaf, a practice that maintained a visual connection to the Byzantine tradition. Simone Martini adopted much of this grace, while the brothers Ambrogio and Pietro Lorenzetti drew upon the structural and expressive lessons of his work.
Collections The physical remnants of Duccio's career are scattered across several major institutions, offering a way to encounter his specific approach to light and form.
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ประเทศ อิตาลี Born: ფლორენცია แบบ บายเซนต์ และ เรเนสซองส์ Wikipedia: 28/32 languages
He was a child of the Florentine streets, growing up in a landscape where the heavy, golden formality of the East met a new, restless desire for something more human.
Collections To follow the path of his brush is to travel across the great cities of Europe and beyond.
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ჩინელი Born: ჰუჟოუ ლიტერატორული შემოქმედება; პეიზაჟური შემოქმედება Wikipedia: 18/32 languages
Despite serving as a military official under Kublai Khan and subsequent Mongol rulers, Zhao Mengfu never relinquished his passion for scholarship and artistic pursuits.
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ჩინელი Born: ფუძიან Wikipedia: 31/32 languages
Zhu Xi was a Chinese philosopher, historian, politician, poet, and calligrapher of the Southern Song dynasty. Born in Fujian, he was a leading figure in the development of Neo-Confucianism, seeking to integrate moral self-cultivation, classical interpretation, ritual practice, and cosmological theory into a coherent framework.
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ჩინელი Born: hangingzhou მა-სიას სკოლა, სამხრეთ სუნის დინასტია Wikipedia: 19/32 languages
In works like Scholar Viewing a Waterfall, the ink wash is layered with precision, using subtle tonal gradations to build depth and atmosphere without relying on heavy outlines. Ma Yuan was born into a family where painting was a professional necessity.
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ჩინელი Born: იანჩენგი ჩრდილოეთ სუნის লანდშაფტის მხატვრობა Wikipedia: 16/32 languages
Guo Xi’s contribution to Chinese art is inextricably linked to the burgeoning landscape painting movement of the Northern Song dynasty. His meticulous brushwork and profound understanding of landscape aesthetics became foundational principles for subsequent painters—particularly Ma Yuan and Xia Gui—who further refined the “floating perspective” technique.
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Chinese Born: კაიფენი Song Dynasty; Slender Gold calligraphy Wikipedia: 19/32 languages
As noted by contemporary artists like Zeng Fanzhi, the profound beauty found in his compositions—such as the serene stillness of Listening to the Qin —continues to resonate, offering a moment of meditative peace that transcends the turbulent history of his life.
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ჩინელი Born: სიჩუანი Chan ჩან painting Wikipedia: 14/32 languages
Natural Simplicity: His legendary Six Persimmons remains perhaps the most iconic example of Chan painting, where the weight, texture, and subtle translucency of the fruit are rendered with an almost miraculous economy of line.
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ფრანგი Born: იტალია შუა საუკუნეების არქიტექტურა/დიზაინი Wikipedia: 17/32 languages
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იტალიელი Born: ლუკა ბიზანტიური სტილი Wikipedia: 14/32 languages
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Spanish Romanesque Sculpture
His ability to manipulate stone to suggest the softness of a saint's robe or the muscular tension of a biblical figure elevated his craftsmanship to a level of sophistication rarely seen in the Middle Ages.
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Italian Born: Siena Gothic & Renaissance
By blending the verticality and ornamentation of the Gothic style with a new, more human-centric focus on narrative clarity and structural harmony, he helped pave the way for the Renaissance masters who would follow.
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Born: Tongcheng Song Dynasty painting Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
Instead, he turned to the works of artists like Zhan Ziqian, known for his precise depictions of horses, and Fan Kuan, celebrated for his monumental landscapes. Li Gonglin, formally known as Longmian Jushi (meaning “Old Man with the Dragon Face”), and bearing the style name Boshi, stands as a towering figure in the landscape of Chinese painting during the Northern Song dynasty.
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ჩინელი Born: ბაოდინგი 'უძოფი' (boneless) ფერწერის ტექნიკა Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
ma lin, a prominent chinese court painter, flourished during the early to mid 13th century (c. 1180 - 1256). as the son of the renowned artist ma yuan, ma lin was immersed in the art world from a young age, learning the intricacies of painting from his illustrious father.
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Korean Confucianism
This dual commitment to tradition and creativity distinguishes Yi Kyu-Bo as a singular voice in Korean literary history—a figure who simultaneously honored the past while forging new paths toward artistic excellence. Rooted in Confucian ethics—emphasizing filial piety, righteousness, benevolence, and ritual propriety—his poetry reflects a deep engagement with moral dilemmas and explores the human condition through the lens of ethical contemplation.
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French Romanesque Sculpture
While biographical details remain scarce, scholars believe he was trained at Cluny Abbey, arguably the epicenter of European monastic art and intellectual life at the time. While his roots are firmly planted in the Romanesque tradition of Cluny, his expressive power and narrative complexity hint at the burgeoning naturalism that would later define Gothic art.
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Muslim Born: Jazirat Ibn Omar Islamic Golden Age Engineering
He represents a pivotal figure in the Golden Age of Islam, a period characterized by intellectual flourishing and groundbreaking innovation across diverse fields.
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Italian Born: Pisa Renaissance style Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
Byzantine Influence: His early works show clear traces of Byzantine iconography, particularly in the composition and rendering of Christ’s figure. Artists like the Master of the Blue Crucifixes, the Master of the Treasury, and Vicino da Pistoia are believed to have been influenced by his work.
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Song dynasty Born: Hangzhou Wikipedia: 16/32 languages
Notable examples of his work include: His influence extended far beyond his own era, impacting the Japanese master Sesshū Tōyō, who was influenced by Xia's idiom and made studies of his landscape fans. While much of his life remains unknown, he served in the Imperial Painting Academy during the reign of Emperor Ningzong.
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Song dynasty Born: Meng Prefecture Academy-style landscape Wikipedia: 15/32 languages
Through this precision, his approach became the foundation for what is recognized as the academy-style landscape of the Southern Song. Southern Song painters Xia Gui and Ma Yuan studied his compositions and techniques, absorbing his approach to space and form.
Collections The physical remnants of Li Tang's brushwork reside primarily within major institutional collections.
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Chinese Born: Wuxing District Fur and feathers painting; Song realism blended with archaic Tang style Wikipedia: 12/32 languages
The historical significance of Qian Xuan lies in his ability to use art as a vessel for memory and identity.
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English Medieval Art
His contributions can be summarized through several enduring legacies: The Chronica Majora: A monumental historical achievement that remains a primary source for understanding mid-13th century Europe.
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Chinese Born: Jingdezhen Imperial porcelain
Fueled by royal patronage and a strategic location along the vital trade routes connecting China with Central Asia and Persia, Jingdezhen became a crucible of cultural exchange.
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Wikipedia: 16/32 languages
Under the patronage of the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa, the Hohenburg Abbey flourished, providing Herrad with access to the most comprehensive education available to women of her time. The historical significance of Herrad of Landsberg extends far beyond the cloister walls of Hohenburg.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto Waka poetry
The life of Fujiwara no Teika was as dramatic and turbulent as the poetry he composed.
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Byzantine Born: standardized city name Manuscript illumination
Creating such a masterpiece demanded immense patience and skill. It is not merely a beautiful object but also a valuable historical document, offering insights into the religious beliefs, artistic conventions, and technological skills of 12th-century Byzantium.
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Czech Medieval Coin Art
In the turbulent tapestry of medieval Europe, few figures loom as large or as formidable as Bretislav I, a ruler whose very name evokes the strength and strategic brilliance of the Přemyslid dynasty.
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French Gothic architecture
He clearly drew upon the established traditions of medieval architecture, particularly the Cistercian style prevalent in northern France. However, he also incorporated elements from other sources: the writings of classical mathematicians like Euclid, the techniques employed by medieval workshops, and perhaps even contemporary innovations in engineering.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto Waka poetry
His personal collection, Jakuren Hoshi Shu, further reveals the breadth of his poetic vision and the depth of his spiritual journey. Though Jakuren’s life was tragically cut short in 1202—before the completion of the Shin Kokin Wakashū—his legacy endured.
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Chinese Empire Born: Zhucheng shan shui Wikipedia: 15/32 languages
Zhang Zeduan’s technical precision helped define the early development of shan shui, the foundational Chinese landscape art style. Zhang Zeduan’s influence is measured by the sheer volume of iterations his themes have inspired.
Collections Tracing the physical presence of Zhang Zeduan's output requires looking toward two major institutions in East Asia.
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Chinese Born: Kaifeng Song Dynasty painting
Su Hanchen’s reputation rests primarily upon his figure paintings. Although Su Hanchen’s surviving oeuvre is relatively small, his influence on subsequent generations of Chinese painters is undeniable.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto
The essence of Saigyō’s work lies in his mastery of waka, a classical form of Japanese poetry characterized by its delicate emotional resonance and rhythmic elegance.
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Italian Born: Florence Gothic Art
Notable achievements attributed to him include: The Completion of Mosaics: His skilled hand contributed to the magnificent mosaics adorning the facade of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, showcasing a command over light and permanence.
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Yuan dynasty Born: Changzhou Literati painters (wenrenhua) Wikipedia: 12/32 languages
This technical mastery was not merely intuitive; he sought to codify his understanding of the medium in his treatise, Secrets of Landscape Painting (寫山水訣, Xiě Shānshuǐ Jué). His approach moved away from the rigid conventions of the imperial academies, favoring instead a personal, scholarly expression.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto Bizen tradition
Rai Kuniyuki (1219-1298) stands as a monumental figure within the annals of Japanese swordsmithing, embodying the zenith of the Bizen tradition—a style characterized by its exceptional purity of steel and meticulous craftsmanship.
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Italian Medieval Italian art
Madonna and Child (Art Institute of Chicago): An early work that demonstrates his foundational skill in capturing the tender, human connection within divine subjects. By integrating the geometric discipline of the Master of the Bigallo Crucifix with the more expressive, proto-Renaissance techniques seen in the works of Cimabue, Meliore helped pave the way for the dramatic innovations that would later define Florentine art.
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Chinese Born: Huzhou Bamboo painting, Calligraphy Wikipedia: 15/32 languages
Her style inspired countless subsequent painters, particularly those interested in bamboo painting.
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ფრანგული Born: ფონტეინბლო
The development of institutions like the Musée Baron Gérard and the Musée Maurice Denis, coupled with the emergence of talented artists such as Labrèche de Carpentras, Chagall, Pissarro, Monet, and Bouguereau, demonstrates the enduring legacy of this complex and often misunderstood king.
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Italian Born: Florence Italo-Byzantine Art Wikipedia: 12/32 languages
Though his life ended in 1276, the echoes of Coppo di Marcovaldo’s innovation resonated through the centuries.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto Heian period art
Examples of his work have been designated by the Japanese government as “National Treasures,” “Important Art Objects,” and “Important Cultural Properties”—testaments to their artistic merit and historical significance.
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Chinese Born: Hangzhou Song Dynasty Science & Philosophy
Born in the vibrant landscape of Hangzhou around 1031, the historical figure was a true polymath, often likened to a Chinese Leonardo da Vinci.
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ბრიტანელი Born: სილვეს ბოტანიკური ილუსტრაცია
(ნახეთ AllPaintingsStore-ზე). იბნ ამარის ცხოვრებისა და შემოქმედების უფრო ღრმა გასაგებად, ეწვიეთ მის ბიოგრაფიას wikipedia.org-ზე. (გაიგეთ მეტი). აღმოაჩინეთ Museo Hospital de la Caridad (სევილა, ესპანეთი), მუზეუმი, რომელიც ხელოვნებისა და არტეფაქტების შთამბეჭდავ კოლექციას ინახავს.
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American Born: Kyoto Hip Hop/Electronic
The collective’s influence can be seen in the work of numerous Detroit-based artists, cementing 1090 Blokk Boyz's legacy as a key figure in the city’s cultural landscape.
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Norwegian Born: Oslo Medieval Kingship
Neither Magnus Sigurdsson nor Sigurd Haraldsson achieved absolute dominance during their reigns.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto Waka poetry
Kamo no Shigeyasu's impact extends beyond his specific poetic achievements.
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Born: Dhandhuka Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
Hemachandra was a prolific scholar and monk of the Śvetāmbara school of Jainism. Born in Dhandhuka, India, he was a man of immense intellect, earning the title kalikālasarvajña, meaning "the knower of all knowledge in his times." His vast contributions spanned numerous disciplines, including mathematics, history, philosophy, poetry, and grammar.
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Leaf from a Jain Manuscript: Yoga-shastra: Jain monk with Disciple and Two Laymen, Two Nuns and a Laywoman below (verso)
Rishabha enthroned, folio 1 (verso) from a Yoga-shastra of Hemachandra
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Polish Born: Krakow Medieval Art
In the turbulent landscape of twelfth-century Poland, where the echoes of the Piast dynasty's greatness still resonated, Bolesław IV the Curly emerged not merely as a ruler, but as a transformative force. Following the untimely passing of his elder brothers, Leszek and Casimir, Bolesław ascended to the dukedom of Masovia, stepping into a political arena fraught with tension and the looming shadow of his half-brother, Władysław II the Exile.
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Japanese Born: Zama Heian calligraphy & poetry
He is best known for his exquisite calligraphy on scrolls featuring poems from the Wakan Roeishu, a renowned anthology of Japanese and Chinese verses compiled in the early eleventh century.
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German Born: Hildesheim Medieval Art
The legacy of Adelhog can be summarized through several key contributions to the medieval landscape: Integration of Iconography: He successfully merged religious symbolism, such as the lily and the cross, with functional objects like coinage. While much of his early education remains shrouded in the mists of time, historical records point toward his training at the Toulouse Cathedral in France.
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Khitan Born: Beijing Literati painting, Confucian tradition
Chucai’s artistic style is most accurately described as “literati painting,” a genre deeply rooted in Chinese tradition. Recognizing his intelligence, diplomatic skills, and understanding of both Chinese and Khitan cultures, the young Mongol leader brought him into his inner circle in 1218.
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Portuguese Born: Lisbon Religious Art
He is frequently depicted holding the infant Jesus, a motif stemming from an alleged miraculous vision he experienced in Padua. He was canonized less than a year after his death in 1231 – an astonishingly swift recognition of his sanctity by the Catholic Church.
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Chinese Born: Lanxi Zen Buddhism, Calligraphy
Major Achievements: Founded Kenchō-ji, the first Rinzai Zen monastery in Japan.
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Italian Proto-Renaissance
A slightly earlier dossal with four scenes featuring Saint Zenobius, preserved at the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo in Florence, provides further insight into his early style – characterized by a robust figural representation, a somewhat schematic approach to drapery, and a clear emphasis on narrative clarity. Despite remaining anonymous, the Master of the Bigallo’s contribution to Italian art is undeniable.
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Italian Romanesque
What sets the Master of Cabestany apart is not merely the quality of his work—though that is undeniably exceptional—but also its surprisingly broad geographic distribution. The Master of Cabestany did not emerge from a vacuum.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto Yamato-e & Emakimono
His era was one of profound transition, where the rugged energy of the Kamakura period met the refined aesthetic sensibilities of the Yamato-e tradition. His ability to blend the sacred with the beautiful, and the historical with the poetic, set a standard for the emakimono tradition that few could ever hope to reach.
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Chinese Born: Linhai Zen Buddhism, Gozan Bungaku
Issan Ichinei, born Hu in 1247 in Linhai, Zhejiang province, China, stands as a pivotal figure in the transmission of Zen Buddhism from its native land to Japan.
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Chinese Born: Yuyang Yuan Dynasty Poetry & Calligraphy
Xianyu Shu, also known as Boji (1256-1301), stands as a compelling figure bridging the worlds of poetry, calligraphy, connoisseurship, and official life during the Yuan Dynasty.
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Born: პოხლამი Romanesque
In pieces like the History of Saint Donnino, he integrated the pastoral reality of the world—represented by sturdy oxen and horses—with the spiritual triumphs of saints. Whether carving the intricate Histories of the Virgin or the symbolic History of Borgo, Antelami utilized a multi-layered arrangement to guide the viewer’s eye through sacred timelines, turning architectural surfaces into epic tapestries of stone.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto Calligraphy
Family Affiliation: Saionji Family (descended from Fujiwara no Kinzane).
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Chinese Born: Leying Zen Calligraphy, Wanshi-ha Poetry
Zen Calligraphy Master: He is widely considered to be the most distinguished Zen calligrapher of his time, elevating calligraphy beyond mere aesthetics into a form of spiritual expression. He not only produced stunning works of art but also contributed significantly to the intellectual and artistic landscape of his time through his involvement in the Wanshi-ha poetry movement.
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German
The themes of spiritual combat and the triumph of virtue are further explored in The Book of the Rewards of Life. A number of scholars consider her to be the founder of scientific natural history in Germany.
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Chinese Born: Beijing Chan Buddhist Painting
The Zen monks traveling between China and Japan became the primary conduits for his vision, carrying his ink washes into the heart of Japanese aesthetic development.
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Italian Roman School
Filippo Rusuti (c. 1255 – c. 1325) stands as a cornerstone figure in the late thirteenth-century Roman school, an artistic movement that irrevocably transformed European painting and cemented Rome’s position as a center for artistic innovation. The career of Filippo Rusuti spanned nearly four decades, a period that witnessed a dramatic shift in artistic styles and techniques within Italy.
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ფრანგი Born: ტობა რეალიზმი Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
toba sōjō is renowned for his works in both buddhist art and satirical cartoon. a confirmed example of his work includes fudōmyō'ō-ritsuzō at daigo-ji, an important cultural property of japan, showcasing his mastery over diverse artistic mediums. toba sōjō's style, characterized by its use of gold leaf and bold colors, is reflective of the the kanō school style art movement, which dominated japanese painting for several centuries. his influence can still be seen in many modern japanese paintings, which continue to draw on the traditions and techniques developed by the kanō school.
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Italian Born: Siena International Gothic
Born around 1263 into a family deeply rooted in the prestigious goldsmithing traditions of Siena, Memmo’s artistic sensibilities were forged through the meticulous precision of metalwork and the delicate artistry of his father, Filippuccio.
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Chinese Born: Meishan Song Dynasty calligraphy and poetry
The essence of Su Dongpo lies in the seamless integration of his intellectual depth with his aesthetic output.
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Chinese Born: Changsha Northern Song Dynasty Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
Born in the scenic region of Changsha, Hunan, around the year 1000, this master painter emerged from a cultural milieu deeply influenced by the contemplative depths of Buddhist philosophy and the organic aesthetics of Daoism. The zenith of Yi Yuanji's career was marked by his summons to the imperial court.
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The shrine’s general design and the figures of the prophets are widely attributed to Nicolas, showcasing his mastery of metal sculpture and his growing interest in classical forms. While documentary evidence regarding his life remains scarce, the enduring beauty and historical significance of his works ensure that Nicolas of Verdun will continue to be celebrated as a master goldsmith, an innovator, and a pivotal figure in the transition from Romanesque to Gothic art.
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Chinese Born: Hangzhou Zen Buddhist ink art and calligraphy
His posthumous title, Bukko Kokushi, or the "National Preceptor of the Buddha's Radiance," serves as a testament to the immense respect and spiritual authority he commanded.
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Italian Born: Novara Late Gothic to Renaissance Art
His devotion to the saints is equally palpable in works such as Saint Anthony Abbot and the Saint Martyr Deacon Panel.
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Chinese Born: Hangzhou Southern Song Dynasty Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
This style, originating in Japan and gaining traction within China during this period, sought to emulate the spirit and aesthetics of Japanese landscape painting – yamato-e – while depicting Chinese subjects and scenes.
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Born: Roda de Isábena Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
The name of the person who painted the walls of Sant Climent remains lost to time, leaving only the title of the Master of Taüll to mark their presence. The focus remained on the central figure, a Christ in Majesty, seated upon a throne and surrounded by the symbols of the four Evangelists.
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Song dynasty Born: Yanting County Scholar's painting (shi ren hua) Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
He died in Huzhou, leaving behind a tradition where the brush serves as a direct conduit for the artist's inner truth.
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Chinese Blue-green landscape Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
Wang Ximeng was a Chinese painter active during the Northern Song dynasty. A remarkable prodigy, he was a student at the imperial court's school of paintings. His talent was recognized by Emperor Huizong of Song, who saw his potential and personally taught him.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto Nise-e, Yamato-e, Kamakura period Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
In his approach to painting, Nobuzane utilized a technique that favored clarity and psychological depth over mere decoration. Portrait of Emperor Go-Toba: An example of his engagement with the highest levels of Japanese leadership.
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იტალიელი Born: რომი რომაული ნატურალიზმი
პიეტრო კავალინი საკვანძო ფიგურად დგას ბიზანტიური მხატვრული კონვენციებიდან იმ მზარდი ნატურალიზმისკენ გადასვლაში, რომელიც მოგვიანებით ადრეული რენესანსის იტალიის დამახასიათებელი ნიშანი გახდა. დაახლოებით 1240 წელს რომში დაბადებული ხელოვანის ცხოვრება relative გაურკვევლობაშია დარჩენილი — დოკუმენტები მიუთიპებს, რომ იგი ხელს აწერდა როგორც pictor romanus, რაც მიანიშნებს მის ღრმა კავშირზე სან პაოლო აუტრე ვალს (St.
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French High Gothic Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
He was active in the towns of Noyon, Amiens, and Reims around 1225, absorbing the High Gothic style that defined the era. In these portraits, such as those of Margrave Eckard II of Meissen and his consort Uta von Ballenstedt, the stone takes on a human quality.
Collections Tracing the physical remains of his hand requires traveling across several locations.
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Chinese Born: Xinzheng Tribal Art Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
However, these symbols transcend mere decoration; they serve as vehicles for conveying spiritual truths—a hallmark of Daoist art alongside Buddhist principles. Pulleyblank and Alexander Vovin arguing for a profound connection between Jie’s name ("jie") and Proto-Yeniseian (qeˀt/s), “stone.” This hypothesis posits that the root qeˀt/s underlies the ethnonym itself—a daring proposition that suggests Jie's art reflects an awareness of linguistic structures predating Chinese civilization.
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Born: Siena Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
Some of his attributed works include: His later career is associated with a cross in the Museo delle pie disposizioni, which shows influence from Cimabue's Maestà.
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Italian Born: Arezzo Byzantine influence Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
Born around 1240 in Arezzo, Tuscany, his life is shrouded in mystery, known primarily from a single documentary mention dating back to 1262. His work was largely forgotten until its rediscovery by Giorgio Vasari in the 16th century.
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Chinese Landscapes Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
Gao Kegong remains a significant figure for anyone studying the shifting aesthetics of the Yuan dynasty. His technical foundation was built upon the heavy influence of Mi Fu and Mi Youren. The stylistic influence of Dong Yuan and Ju Ran.
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Chinese Born: Fengyang County Northern Song Dynasty painting Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
Cui Bai (崔白), a name synonymous with the delicate vitality of the Northern Song Dynasty, stands as a pivotal figure whose brushwork breathed new life into the classical traditions of China.
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Song dynasty Born: Kaifeng Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
Su Hanchen lived during the Song dynasty, a period of significant change in China. Born in Kaifeng, he spent much of his life in Zhejiang. His talent was recognized early by the imperial court, where he served as a Painter-in-Attendance for Emperor Huizong.
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Chinese Born: Xi'an Northern Song Dynasty Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
His early works, such as “ Snow-covered Mountains ” (雪山), demonstrate this clear influence; the composition is characterized by broad washes of ink, suggesting vast distances and an ethereal quality. Daoning deeply admired Li Cheng's masterful use of atmospheric perspective – the subtle gradations of color and tone that create a sense of depth and distance – and meticulously emulated his techniques.
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Chinese Blue-and-green landscape painting Wikipedia: 6/32 languages
Rather than relying solely on color, he integrated ink wash techniques into this established Tang dynasty tradition.
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Japanese Born: Kyoto nise-e (likeness picture) portraits Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
The brush remains in the family long after his death in 1205.
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Born: China Tang dynasty style Wikipedia: 6/32 languages
Ren Renfa was an expert of irrigation works, artist, and a government official of the Yuan dynasty. Born in Qinglong Town, Songjiang, he also served as a hydrological engineer, where his work included dredging an area in what is now Beijing to improve the water supply and leading a team to build embankments after the Yellow River burst its banks.
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Under his direction, the Four Heavenly Guardians and the Six Patriarchs of Hossō take shape.
Notable works · 100 notable works
Notable works
Chronology
Statistics
| Japan | 14 |
|---|---|
| People's Republic of China | 12 |
| China | 12 |
| Italy | 11 |
| იტალია | 9 |
| ჩინეთის People's Republic | 3 |
| Song dynasty | 3 |
| ჩინეთი | 2 |
| 10th საუკუნე | 1 |
|---|---|
| 11th საუკუნე | 24 |
| 12th საუკუნე | 31 |
| 13th საუკუნე | 39 |
| მეტროპოლიტენის ხელოვნების მუზეუმი | 13 |
|---|---|
| კლივল্যান্ডের ხელოვნების მუზეუმი | 8 |
| ტაიპეკის ეროვნული სასახლის მუზეუმი | 7 |
| The Palace Museum | 7 |
| იეილის უნივერსიტეტის სახელოვნებო გალერეა | 4 |
| ტოკუგავას სახელოსნოების მუზეუმი | 3 |
| Museo dell'Opera del Duomo | 2 |
| უფიციების გალერეა | 2 |
Index
ჯოტო დი ბონდონეიტალიელი · 1267–1337დუჩო დი ბუონინსენიაიტალიელი · 1255–1319ციმბუეประเทศ อิตาลี · 1240–1302ჟაო მენგფუჩინელი · 1254–1322ჯუ სიჩინელი · 1130–1200მა იუანიჩინელი · 1160–1225გო სიჩინელი · 1020–1090სუნის იმპერატორი ჰუიზონგიChinese · 1082–1135მუკიჩინელი · 1210–1269გვიდო და სიენაფრანგი · 1230–1290ბონავენტურა ბერლინგიერიიტალიელი · 1210–1287Master MateoSpanish · 1161–1217
ჯოვანი პიზანოიტალიელი · 1248–1318
მი ფეიChinese · 1051–1107Lorenzo MaitaniItalian · 1255–1330Li Gonglin1049–1106მა ლინიჩინელი · 1180–1256Yi Kyu-BoKorean · 1168–1241GislebertusFrench · 1120–1135Badīʿ Az-Zaman Abu L-ʿIzz Ibn IsmāʿĪl Ibn Ar-Razāz Al-JazarīMuslim · 1136–1206Giunta PisanoItalian · 1190–1260Xia GuiSong dynasty · 1195–1224
ნიკოლა პისანოიტალიელი · 1230–1284Li TangSong dynasty · 1050–1130Qian XuanChinese · 1235–1305Matthew ParisEnglish · 1200–1259Jingdezhen Ceramic KilnChinese · და lahir 1004Herrad of Landsberg1130–1196Fujiwara No Teika, Fujiwara No SadaieJapanese · 1162–1241Joannes KoulixByzantine · და lahir 1101Břetislav ICzech · 1002–1055Villard De HonnecourtFrench · 1200–1266Fujiwara No SadanagaJapanese · 1139–1202Zhang ZeduanChinese Empire · 1085–1145Sū HànchénChinese · 1094–1172Saigyō HōshiJapanese · 1118–1190Gaddo GaddiItalian · 1240–1312Huang GongwangYuan dynasty · 1269–1354Rai KuniyukiJapanese · 1219–1298Meliore Of JacopoItalian · 1255–1285Guan DaoshengChinese · 1262–1319ფილიპ ლე ბელფრანგული · 1268–1314Coppo di MarcovaldoItalian · 1225–1276Fujiwara No Tadaie（Teika)Japanese · 1033–1091Kuo, RiverChinese · 1031–1095
არნოლფო დი ქამბოჩინელი · 1245–1310მუჰამედ იბნ ამარიბრიტანელი · 1031–1086
Zheng Yuan1056–1093Sakyō No Daibu AkisukeAmerican · 1090–1155Magnus Sigurdsson Or Sigurd HaraldssonNorwegian · 1115–1155Kamo No ShigeyasuJapanese · 1119–1191
Fujiwara no TameyoriJapanese · 1128–1201Hemachandra1088–1172Bolesław Iv The CurlyPolish · 1138–1173Fujiwara No KoreyukiJapanese · 1139–1175AdelhogGerman · 1170–1190Urtu SaqaltuKhitan · 1190–1244Fernando Martins De BulhõesPortuguese · 1195–1231Lanxi DaolongChinese · 1213–1278Master Of BigalloItalian · და lahir 1218Master Of CabestanyItalian · 1130–1180Hōgen En’IJapanese · 1240–1300Issan IchineiChinese · 1247–1317Xianyu ShuChinese · 1256–1301ბენედეტო ანტელამი1150–1230Saionji KinhiraJapanese · 1264–1315Qingmao GulinChinese · 1262–1329Hildegard von BingenGerman · 1098–1179FachangChinese · 1210–1269Filippo RusutiItalian · 1255–1325ტობა სოჯოფრანგი · 1053–1140Memmo di FilippuccioItalian · 1263–1326Su DongpoChinese · 1037–1101Yi YuanjiChinese · 1000–1064Nicolas Of VerdunFlemish · 1130–1205Wuxue ZuyuanChinese · 1226–1286
Buonamico Buffalmacco1262–1340Lombard MasterItalian · 1096–1160Liu SongnianChinese · 1174–1224Master of Taüll1100–1199Wen TongSong dynasty · 1018–1079Wang XiChinese · 1096–1119Fujiwara NobuzaneJapanese · 1176–1266პიეტრო კავალინიიტალიელი · 1240–1330Naumburg MasterFrench · 1200–1300Li JieChinese · 1035–1110Dietisalvi di Speme1201–1291Margaritone d'ArezzoItalian · 1240–1290Gao KegongChinese · 1248–1310Cui BaiChinese · 1000–1074Su HanchenSong dynasty · 1101–1161Xu DaoningChinese · 970–1052Zhao BojuChinese · 1120–1182Fujiwara no TakanobuJapanese · 1142–1205Ren Renfa1254–1327KōkeiFAQ
ჯოტო დი ბონდონე (#1) is first in this ranking, followed by დუჩო დი ბუონინსენია (#2) and ციმბუე (#3).
ჯოტო დი ბონდონე (#1), დუჩო დი ბუონინსენია (#2), ციმბუე (#3), ჟაო მენგფუ (#4) და ჯუ სი (#5).
“This work required a different kind of precision than the frescoes of his youth, dealing with the permanence of stone and glass to shape a sacred space.” — from our biography of ჯოტო დი ბონდონე (#1).
The highest-ranked living მხატვრები in this list are Jingdezhen Ceramic Kiln (#27), Joannes Koulix (#30) და Master Of Bigallo (#60).
Most მხატვრები in this list were born in the 13th საუკუნე (39 of 96), between 970 and 1269 overall.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are მეტროპოლიტენის ხელოვნების მუზეუმი (13), კლივল্যান্ডের ხელოვნების მუზეუმი (8) და ტაიპეკის ეროვნული სასახლის მუზეუმი (7).
The highest-ranked მხატვრები born in Japan are Fujiwara No Teika, Fujiwara No Sadaie (#29), Fujiwara No Sadanaga (#33), Saigyō Hōshi (#36), Rai Kuniyuki (#39) და Fujiwara No Tadaie（Teika) (#44).
3 women are in this ranking: Herrad of Landsberg (#28), Guan Daosheng (#41) და Hildegard von Bingen (#68).
The earliest-born ხატველი in this list is Xu Daoning (#92), born in 970.
Kyoto: 12 of the მხატვრები in this list were born there.
The highest-ranked მხატვრები born in People's Republic of China are Li Gonglin (#16), Xia Gui (#22), Li Tang (#24), Qian Xuan (#25) და Zhang Zeduan (#34).
The encyclopedia records 1,429 works by these მხატვრები.
See also
ცნობილი Baroque ხელოვანებიმოხევე მცველი · რემბრანდტი
ცნობილი Contemporary Realist ხელოვანებიმოსაკრებლები · ჟან-ფრანსუა მილე
ცნობილი Impressionist ხელოვანებივარსკვლავების ღამე (ნიუ-იორკი, MoMA) · ვინსენტ ვან გოგი
ცნობილი Romanticist ხელოვანებისატურნმა თავისი ვაჟი შეყაზჷნა · ფრანსისკო გოია
ცნობილი Neoclassicist ხელოვანებიThe Death of Marat · ჟაკ-ლუი დავიდი
ცნობილი Realist ხელოვანებიმშვიდობის წყარო · გიუსტავ კურბე
ცნობილი Renaissance ხელოვანებიმონა ლიზა (ლა ჯოკონდა) · ლეონარდო და ვინჩი
ცნობილი Dutch Golden Age ხელოვანებიმარგარიტა ერთ მარგალითიან ყელსით · იან ვერმეერი
ცნობილი Expressionist ხელოვანებიკომპოზიცია VII · ვასილი კანდინსკი
ცნობილი Rococo ხელოვანებიცითერის გასეირნება · ჟან-ანტუან ვატოSee also
ცნობილი Early Medieval ხელოვანებიSnowy River · ვან ვეი
ცნობილი Late Medieval ხელოვანებიგესტუა და ორი წმინდა · სიმონე მარტინი
ცნობილი Renaissance ხელოვანებიადამის შექმნა · მიქელანჯელო ბუანაროტი
ცნობილი Early Modern ხელოვანებიწმინდა მატევის მოძახებA · კარავაჯო
ცნობილი 19th Century ხელოვანებიყვავილების ბუჩქები (ან ნიმფეები) · კლოდ მონე
ცნობილი Modern ხელოვანებიგერნიკა · პაბლო პიკასო
ცნობილი Contemporary ხელოვანებიWind Sculpture III (one in a series of nine) · Yinka ShonibareSee also
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