Tommaso Salini
Roman painter (1575-1625) · Artists · Died at 50
Tommaso Salini, also known as Mao Salini, was an Italian painter of the early-Baroque period, active in Rome. He is best remembered for defending his friend, Giovanni Baglione, in his libel suit against Caravaggio and other painters in his circle. Baglioni describes his still life paintings.
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About this person
He joined the Accademia di San Luca in 1605. Salini is a frequently forgotten Baroque artist who fell under the spell of Caravaggio, despite having a tempestuous relationship with the great painter.
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1575 to 1625 · aged 50
