Early Life and Training

Fra Filippo Lippi, O.Carm. (c. 1406 – 8 October 1469), was an Italian painter of the Quattrocento (15th century). Born in Florence, Italy, to Tommaso, a butcher, and his wife, Lippi's early life was marked by the loss of both parents at a young age. He was sent to live with his aunt Mona Lapaccia, who later proved too poor to support him.

Artistic Career

Lippi's artistic career began in the 1430s, with his earliest known works dating back to this period. His style, characterized by a delicate and refined use of color, was influenced by the likes of Paolo Uccello (https://WahooArt.com/@@/7YYSME-Paolo-Uccello-Madonna) and Piero Della Francesca (https://WahooArt.com/@@/8LT4KF-Piero-Della-Francesca-Elevation-of-a-human-head). Lippi's most famous works include "The Annunciation" and the "Seven Saints," commissioned by the Medici family.

Notable Works and Style

* The Annunciation (Museum of Florence, https://WahooArt.com/@@/A@D3CPVX) * Seven Saints (Uffizi Gallery, https://WahooArt.com/@/Fra-Filippo-Lippi) * Characterized by a linear, elegant style, Lippi's work embodies the spirit of the Quattrocento

Personal Life and Controversies

Lippi's life was marked by controversy, including his abduction of a beautiful novice, Lucrezia Buti, with whom he had a son, Filippino Lippi, who also became a painter. This relationship led to Lippi's appointment as commendatory Rector (Rettore commendatario) of S. Quirico in Legania.

Legacy and Death

Lippi died on or about 8 October 1469, in Spoleto, where he had been commissioned to paint scenes from the life of the Virgin for the apse of the cathedral. His legacy is marked by his influence on later artists, including Sandro Botticelli (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandro_Botticelli), who was also active in Florence during this period.

• Key Dates: 1406 (born) - 1469 (died)
• Notable Works: The Annunciation, Seven Saints
• Influences: Paolo Uccello, Piero Della Francesca
• Style: Quattrocento, Linear, Elegant

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* Fra Filippo Lippi's Artworks (https://WahooArt.com/@/Fra-Filippo-Lippi) * Italian Renaissance Art (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Florentine_Renaissance_art)

Early Life and Training

Fra Filippo Lippi, an Italian painter of the Quattrocento, was born in Florence in 1406 to Tommaso, a butcher, and his wife. As a young child, Lippi showed little interest in studying, instead spending his time sketching pictures on his own books and those of others.

Artistic Career

Lippi's artistic talent caught the attention of the prior, who provided him with the opportunity to learn painting. In 1432, Filippo Lippi left the monastery, although he was not released from his vows. His travels took him to Ancona and Naples, where he was captured by Barbary pirates and kept as a slave. His skill in portrait-sketching eventually led to his release.

Notable Works

• The Annunciation and The Seven Saints, commissioned by the Medici family, showcasing Lippi's popularity and the support of influential patrons.
• The Coronation of the Virgin, an altarpiece for the nuns of S. Ambrogio, now a prominent attraction in the Academy of Florence, featuring many Bernardine monks and a possible self-portrait of Lippo.
• The Adoration of the Magi (https://WahooArt.com/@@/9GG4Q7-Fra-Filippo-Lippi-The-Adoration-of-the-Magi), a notable work showcasing Lippi's skill in capturing the essence of the Quattrocento art movement.

Museums and Collections

• Uffizi Gallery (https://WahooArt.com/@@/5ZKBG6-Sandro-Botticelli-Madonna-of-the-Pomegranate), featuring works by Sandro Botticelli, a pupil of Lippi.
• National Museum of Fine Arts (https://WahooArt.com/@/La-Collezione-Bonello-(Malta)), hosting an impressive collection of Early Renaissance art, including works by Caravaggio and Alberto Morrocco.

Legacy

Fra Filippo Lippi's influence on the Quattrocento art movement is undeniable. His work, characterized by its unique blend of humanism and classical antiquity, paved the way for future generations of artists. As a Carmelite priest and skilled painter, Lippi taught many pupils, including Sandro Botticelli, who went on to become a renowned artist in his own right. Key Dates: * 1406: Born in Florence * 1432: Left the monastery * 1441: Painted an altarpiece for the nuns of S. Ambrogio * 1469: Died in Spoleto Recommended Reading: * https://WahooArt.com/@@/A@D3CQY3-The-Quattrocento-Art-Movement (The Quattrocento Art Movement) * https://Wikipedia.org/wiki/Filippo_Lippi (Fra Filippo Lippi on Wikipedia)