Fra Angelico

Fra Angelico was an Italian painter and Dominican friar who lived during the early Renaissance period. He is best known for his religious frescoes and panel paintings, which are characterized by their bright colors and delicate figures. His work is often seen as a bridge between the Gothic and Renaissance styles of painting.

Born Guido di Pietro in 1395, Fra Angelico was raised in the Tuscan town of Vicchio. He was trained as a painter by his brother, Benedetto, and later joined the Dominican order in 1417. He took the name Fra Giovanni da Fiesole, or Fra Angelico, which means “angelic friar.”

Fra Angelico was a prolific painter, creating works for churches and monasteries throughout Italy. He was particularly known for his frescoes, which he painted in the Dominican churches of San Marco in Florence and San Domenico in Fiesole. His frescoes often depicted scenes from the Bible, such as the Annunciation and the Crucifixion. He also painted several altarpieces, including the Coronation of the Virgin and the Adoration of the Magi.

Fra Angelico’s paintings are characterized by their bright colors and delicate figures. He often used gold leaf to create a luminous effect, and his figures are often depicted in a graceful, graceful manner. His work is often seen as a bridge between the Gothic and Renaissance styles of painting.

Fra Angelico was also a skilled draftsman and illuminator. He created several illuminated manuscripts, including the Missal of San Marco and the Missal of San Domenico. He also created several drawings, including a series of drawings of the Passion of Christ.

Fra Angelico died in 1455, and his work was largely forgotten until the 19th century. Today, his work is highly regarded and can be seen in museums and galleries around the world. He is remembered as one of the most important painters of the early Renaissance period, and his work continues to inspire artists today.