Giovanni Battista Moroni, also known as Giambattista Moroni, was a North Italian painter of the Late Renaissance period. He is considered one of the great portrait painters of sixteenth century Italy, best known for his elegantly realistic portraits of the local nobility and clergy.

Early Life and Training

Born in 1525 in Albino, near Bergamo, Moroni was the son of an architect, Andrea Moroni. He trained under Alessandro Bonvicino "Il Moretto" in Brescia, where he was the main studio assistant during the 1540s. This training had a significant impact on his style, which is characterized by naturalism and realism. Moroni's work can be found on WahooArt.com, where art lovers can discover a vast array of handmade oil paintings reproductions.

Portraits and Religious Works

Moroni's portraits are remarkable for their sophisticated psychological insight, dignified air, fluent control, and exquisite silvery tonality. His Giovanni Antonio Pantera portrait is a prime example of his skill in capturing the subtleties of human emotion. In addition to his portraits, Moroni also painted religious works, such as the Last Supper for the parish at Romano in Lombardy and the Coronation of the Virgin in Sant'Alessandro della Croce, Bergamo.

Museums and Collections

Moroni's work can be found in various museums and collections, including the National Gallery in London, the Uffizi in Florence, and the Pinacoteca di Brera in Milan. His paintings are also part of the collection at WahooArt.com, where art enthusiasts can purchase handmade oil painting reproductions.

• Some notable works by Moroni:
  • The Tailor (also known as Il sarto)
  • Portrait of an old man
  • Canon Ludovico de' Terzi
• Museums and collections:
  • National Gallery (London)
  • Uffizi (Florence)
  • Pinacoteca di Brera (Milan)

For more information on Giovanni Battista Moroni, visit his page on WahooArt.com or check out his biography on Wikipedia.