Giovanni Battista Piazzetta
1682
—
1754
Italy
Giovanni Battista Piazzetta (Italy, 1682–1754) was a Venetian painter known for his religious and genre scenes, born in Venice and died in the same city.
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Movement:
Rococo
Biography:
Giovanni Battista Piazzetta was an Italian painter born in 1682 and active until his death in 1754. He is associated with the Rococo movement, known for his expressive use of color and light, as well as his ability to convey emotion in his subjects. Piazzetta's work often featured religious themes and portraits, and he gained recognition for his contributions to Venetian art. He served as a professor at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Venice, influencing a generation of artists. His legacy includes a significant body of work that reflects the transition from Baroque to Rococo styles in 18th-century Italy. The details of his early life and training remain largely unknown.
