Early Life and Training
Lucca Giordano, an Italian late Baroque painter and printmaker in etching, was born on October 18, 1634, in Naples, Italy. He was the son of Antonio Giordano, a painter, and began his artistic training under the guidance of
Ribera in around 1650.
Artistic Style and Influences
Giordano's work is characterized by its fluency and decorative style, which allowed him to successfully navigate the artistic scenes in Naples, Rome, Florence, and Venice before spending a decade in Spain. His early work was heavily influenced by his teacher, Ribera, and he often painted half-length figures of philosophers, either imaginary portraits or generic types.
Notable Works and Achievements
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The Judgment of Paris (Berlin Museum)
*
Christ with the Doctors in the Temple (Corsini Gallery, Rome)
* Fresco series in Florence, including one in the dome of
Corsini Chapel at the Chiesa del Carmine
* Ceiling of the
Biblioteca Riccardiana (Allegory of Divine Wisdom) and the long gallery of the
Palazzo Medici-Riccardi
Legacy and Influence
Giordano's influence was broad and prolific, with many pupils, including
Paolo de Matteis, going on to become successful artists in their own right. His work can be found in various museums, including the
Palace of Capodimonte in Naples, Italy.
Key Dates:
* October 18, 1634: Born in Naples, Italy
* 1650: Apprenticed to Ribera
* 1682-1683: Painted various fresco series in Florence
* January 12, 1705: Passed away in Naples, Italy