Domenico Ghirlandaio
1449-1494
Florentine Painter of the Early Renaissance
Stylistically influenced by the following painters - Masaccio, Alesso Baldovinetti, Andrea del Verrocchio
Education - apprenticed to Alesso Baldovinetti
Cause of Death - plague
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About the Artist
Domenico Ghirlandaio was born in Italy in the year 1449. His family were affluent goldsmiths and fine craftsmen's. Early on he was known for having a creative, artistic mind. Ghirlandaio's greatness derived from his ability to depict high drama while retaining a lyrical sensitivity in his art. The ruling Church hierarchy adored his harmonious, lyrical style and the commissions rolled in. Along with his brothers and children he ran an industrious workshop, churning out endless masterpieces. Ghirlandaio's shrewd business practices allowed him to live high on the hog until his untimely death from a plague outbreak. He is considered one the greatest Early Renaissance painters of all time.
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