1440 - 1512

Kort om kunstneren

  • Lifespan: 72 years
  • Top-ranked work: The Crucifixion
  • Top 3 works: The Crucifixion
  • Nationality: Greece
  • Works on APS: 1
  • Also known as:
    • Andreas Pavia
    • Ανδρέας Παβίας

The Life and Legacy of Andreas Pavias

Andreas Pavias was a Greek painter and educator from Heraklion, born to a priest named Petros and a wife named Maria, or Marietta. A prominent figure in the Cretan school, Pavias studied his craft under the teacher Angelos Akotantos. His professional life was marked by significant business activity in Heraklion, including the renting and purchasing of houses and warehouses. He was a man of considerable wealth, as evidenced by his ability to leave a substantial fortune to his adoptive daughter, Agnes, which included gold, silver, gems, clothing, jewelry, and enough currency to purchase a house in Chandaka.

As an art teacher, Pavias specialized in icon painting. His instructional reach extended through various contracts, including teaching the son of Angelo Pitzamanos, Niccolo da Napoli, and John Ploraio. He also entered into an agreement to teach reading and writing, alongside painting, to the son of Aquilo Souloum. His artistic output left a lasting mark, with several works surviving today, including his most famous piece, The Crucifixion.

Notable Artworks

The surviving works of Andreas Pavias can be found in various locations, including churches and private collections. His notable paintings include:

Spørsmål og svar

Kan jeg utforske verkene til Andreas Pavias etter tema?

Utforsk Andreas Pavias sine verk etter motiv på kunstnerens Motivatlas-side.

Hvor finner du Andreas Pavias sine kunstverk organisert etter farge?

På Sorter etter farge-siden er Andreas Pavias sine kunstverk organisert etter farge.

Finnes det en virtuell 3D-omvisning av Andreas Pavias sine verk?

Andreas Pavias sine kunstverk kan oppleves i et 3D-galleri på artistens side Virtuelt 3D-galleri.

Kunnequiz om kunst

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Spørsmål 1:
Who was the teacher of Andreas Pavias?
Spørsmål 2:
In which city was Andreas Pavias born?
Spørsmål 3:
Which painting was commissioned by Catholic bishop Giovanni Battista Lagni?
Spørsmål 4:
What was the occupation of Andreas Pavias's father, Petros?
Spørsmål 5:
Which of these is a notable work of Andreas Pavias located in the National Gallery Athens?