Giuseppe Angeli

Giuseppe Angeli was an Italian painter born in 1709 in Venice and died in 1798. He was a prominent figure in the late Baroque period, known for his religious and historical compositions. Angeli was a pupil of the renowned artist Giovanni Battista Piazzetta, whose influence is evident in Angeli's use of dramatic lighting and expressive figures. Throughout his career, Angeli contributed significantly to the artistic landscape of Venice, particularly through his work in various churches and public buildings. His role as a teacher at the Venetian Academy of Fine Arts further cemented his impact on the next generation of artists. Despite being less well-known today, Angeli's work remains an important part of the Venetian artistic heritage of the 18th century.