Antonello da Messina Self-researched
Born: c. 1430, Messina Died: 1479, Messina Source: self-research
Italian painter from Messina active during the Italian Early Renaissance. His visit to Venice in 1474-76 was instrumental in introducing Flemish oil painting techniques to Venetian artists.
Artworks
Pietà Self-researched
The only work by Antonello da Messina remaining in Venice from his 1474-76 stay in the city. Originally housed in the Doge's Palace. This work was influential in introducing Flemish oil painting techniques to Venice.