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Baldassare Franceschini

Italian painter (1611-1690) · Artists · Died at 79

Baldassare Franceschini, called Il Volterrano after his birthplace Volterra and, to distinguish him from Ricciarelli, Il Volterrano Giuniore was an Italian late Baroque painter and draughtsman active principally around Florence and Volterra.

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He was mainly known for his frescoes, altarpieces and easel paintings for churches and palaces in Florence, Volterra and Rome. His subject matter was diverse and included portraits, biblical and mythological scenes, history paintings and allegorical compositions.

Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1611 to 1690 · aged 79