Scarsellino (Ippolito Scarsella)
1550
—
1620
Italy
Ippolito Scarsella, known as Scarsellino, was an Italian painter active during the late Renaissance, born in Ferrara in 1550 and died in Bologna in 1620.
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Baroque
Biography:
Ippolito Scarsella, known as Scarsellino, was an Italian painter active during the Baroque period, born in 1550 and passing away in 1620. He is recognized for his contributions to the development of Baroque art in Italy, particularly through his dynamic compositions and use of color. Scarsellino's work often featured religious themes and was influenced by the styles of contemporaries such as Caravaggio. His impact on the Baroque movement is noted for bridging the transition from Mannerism to a more naturalistic approach in painting. Specific details about his early life and training remain largely unknown.
