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Portrait of Domenichino

Domenichino

1581–1641

Nationality: Papal States
Born: 1581, Bologna
Died: 1641, Naples
Gender: male

Occupations

architect
visual artist
painter
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Biography

Domenichino was the son of a son of a successful shoemaker. He studied and worked with Ludovico Carracci's studio and under Annibale Carracci. From his frescoes and altarpieces, he was an influential exponent of the 17th-century classical style. Best known for landscapes and for sensitive depictions of facial expression and gestures.

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Notable Works

  • Saint John the Evangelist
  • Madonna of the Rosary
  • Martyrdom of Saint Agnes of Rome
  • Landscape with Hercules and Acheloüs
  • Landscape with Hercules and Cacus