Early Life and Training
Sandro Botticelli, born Alessandro di Mariano di Vanni Filipepi around 1445, was a pivotal figure in the Early Renaissance of Italian painting. Initially overshadowed posthumously, Botticelli's work was revitalized in the late 19th century by the Pre-Raphaelites, leading to a reassessment of his artistic contributions.
Botticelli was born in Florence, Italy, and lived all his life in the same neighborhood. His family, including his father Mariano di Vanni d'Amedeo Filipepi, were involved in various professions, which brought them into contact with artists. Giorgio Vasari reported that Botticelli was initially trained as a goldsmith.
Artistic Style and Notable Works
Botticelli's work is characterized by elegant linearity, bridging the gap between the late Italian Gothic and the Early Renaissance. His most famous pieces,
The Birth of Venus and Primavera, are showcased in the
Uffizi Gallery in Florence, which houses a significant collection of his art.
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The Birth of Venus (
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Mystic Nativity (National Gallery, London), dated 1501, is the only work of Botticelli's with a clear date.
Legacy and Influence
Botticelli's style evolved into a more personal approach in the 1490s, diverging from contemporaries like
Leonardo da Vinci and the emergent High Renaissance style. His work has been recognized as a significant contribution to the Italian Renaissance art movement.
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The Italian Renaissance Art Movement
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- Notable artists of the Italian Renaissance include Sandro Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Titian.
- The Uffizi Gallery in Florence houses a significant collection of Botticelli's art.
- Botticelli's work has been recognized as a pivotal figure in the Early Renaissance of Italian painting.
Key Dates:
* 1445: Sandro Botticelli was born in Florence, Italy.
* 1474: Spent time in Pisa.
* 1481-1482: Worked on the Sistine Chapel in Rome.
* 1501:
Mystic Nativity (National Gallery, London) was dated.