Ambrogio Lorenzetti was a Sienese painter from the 14th century. It is unknown who his teacher was, but he was heavily inspired by Simone Martini, Duccio, and his brother Pierto (who was also a renowned painter).
Despite featuring perspective and further naturalistic qualities in his paintings that we have now come to associate with Renaissance art, he was still finding a way to break from Byzantine art.
Lorenzetti’s paintings were shockingly individualistic. Most paintings during this time period were commissioned, so It was difficult for a painter to be able to create something of their own that also met the expectations of the client.
His first painting was Madonna and Child. Lorenzetti painted for around 13 years but unfortunately only 6 of his pieces have survived. Lorenzetti’s work was imitated in the later part of the 14th century. Like his brother, he is believed to have died of bubonic plague in 1348.
3 replies on “Ambrogio Lorenzetti”
Riley,
Not bad post on this lesser known painter of the Late Gothic/Early Renaissance. What I would like to see more of is some personal insights and thoughts about the work itself (I’ve been saying this more than once today to other students). Also possibly draw some comparisons with another more well known painter of this period like Duccio and their individual Maesta altar pieces for instance. That said good start out of the gate.
Jeff
Writing comment from Patrick
Nearly letter perfect. Clear, concise and well structured. Only a tiny misstep (so It was — the capital I). Proofreading is never easy. Good, if short, post. How did you feel about the work?
I’m feeling pretty good! Spelling is my weakest skill, so I am really trying to improve. I thought that you might look it over and find way more mistakes so I’m glad it’s just a few things. Thanks a lot!