Lippo Vanni (Lippo Vanni di Giovanni)
c. 1330
—
1370
Italy
Lippo Vanni (Lippo Vanni di Giovanni), an Italian painter active from approximately 1330 to 1370, is known to have been born and died in Siena, Italy.
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Lippo Vanni (Lippo Vanni di Giovanni) was an Italian painter active during the early Renaissance, born around 1330 and passing away circa 1370. He is known for his contributions to the development of narrative painting in Tuscany, particularly through his work in altarpieces and frescoes. Vanni's style reflects the transition from the Gothic to the early Renaissance, characterized by a greater emphasis on naturalism and perspective. His most notable works include the frescoes in the Church of San Francesco in Siena. Despite his influence, details about his life and career remain limited, and much of his biography is not well-documented.