Difference between revisions of "Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio"
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Baroque painter known simply as Caravaggio. Notable for his naturalist paintings, including the lighting of the principal subjects of his paintings and the darker surroundings. Significant works include 'the Martyrdom of Saint Matthew' and 'Calling of Saint Matthew' (1600). Was exiled after he killed in a duel, and subsequently died under mysterious circumstances. | Baroque painter known simply as Caravaggio. Notable for his naturalist paintings, including the lighting of the principal subjects of his paintings and the darker surroundings. Significant works include 'the Martyrdom of Saint Matthew' and 'Calling of Saint Matthew' (1600). Was exiled after he killed in a duel, and subsequently died under mysterious circumstances. | ||
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| + | ==See Also== | ||
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| + | * [[LGBTQ Individuals and Academics of the Renaissance Period]] | ||
==Further Reading/Research== | ==Further Reading/Research== | ||
Latest revision as of 13:30, 3 April 2018
Country
Italy
Birth - Death
1571 - 1610
Occupation
Artist
Description
Baroque painter known simply as Caravaggio. Notable for his naturalist paintings, including the lighting of the principal subjects of his paintings and the darker surroundings. Significant works include 'the Martyrdom of Saint Matthew' and 'Calling of Saint Matthew' (1600). Was exiled after he killed in a duel, and subsequently died under mysterious circumstances.
