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Portrait of Daniele da Volterra

Daniele da Volterra

1509–1566

Born: 1509, Volterra
Died: 1566, Rome
Gender: male

Occupations

sculptor
draftsperson
painter
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Biography

Highly talented and individual follower of Michelangelo; influential works include his fresco of the "Deposition" and a bust of Michelangelo made from his death mask. Ironically, he is famous for painting draperies over nudes in Michelangelo's "Last Judgement." Italian painter, muralist. Comment on works: History

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Notable Works

  • Assumption of the Virgin
  • Presentation of the Virgin to the Temple
  • David and Goliath
  • David and Goliath (recto)
  • David and Goliath (verso)
  • The Massacre of the Innocents