Francesco Primaticcio Collection

Francesco Primaticcio from the Abate Primaticcio or the Bologna picturesque and architect, 1752. Private Collection

Ulysses and Polyphemus, 1701-1780. Creator: John Baptist Jackson
Ulysses and Polyphemus, 1701-1780

Fortitude (Study for the "Cabinet du roi" [King's Study]), 1541/45. Creator: Francesco Primaticcio
Fortitude (Study for the "Cabinet du roi" [King's Study]), 1541/45

Jupiter and Callisto, 1560/70. Creators: Domenico Vito, Francesco Primaticcio
Jupiter and Callisto, 1560/70

Seated Male Nude with Outstretched Left Arm, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Seated Male Nude with Outstretched Left Arm, n.d

The Banquet of Alexander, 1540-50. Creator: Domenico del Barbiere
The Banquet of Alexander, 1540-50

Classical Female Figure (Diana or Venus) with Two Infants, ca. 1539-42

Juno (from The Muses and the Three Great Goddesses), 1540-56. 1540-56. Creator: Anon
Juno (from The Muses and the Three Great Goddesses), 1540-56

Thalia, ca. 1540-45. ca. 1540-45. Creator: Anon
Thalia, ca. 1540-45

Melpomene, ca. 1540-45. ca. 1540-45. Creator: Anon
Melpomene, ca. 1540-45

Calliope, ca. 1540-45. ca. 1540-45. Creator: Anon
Calliope, ca. 1540-45

Polyhymnia, ca. 1540-45. ca. 1540-45. Creator: Anon
Polyhymnia, ca. 1540-45

Francesco Primaticcio, portrait (engraving)
5238557 Francesco Primaticcio, portrait (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francesco Primaticcio)

The Trojans hauling the wooden horse into Troy, 1545. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
The Trojans hauling the wooden horse into Troy, 1545

The Banquet of Alexander the Great, 1544 / 46. Creator: Domenico del Barbiere
The Banquet of Alexander the Great, 1544/46

The Trojans pulling the wooden horse into the city, 1545. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
The Trojans pulling the wooden horse into the city, 1545

Cadmus Founding Thebes, ca. 1543-44. Creator: Master of the Story of Cadmus
Cadmus Founding Thebes, ca. 1543-44

Apelles Painting Alexander and Campaspe. Creator: Master IQV
Apelles Painting Alexander and Campaspe

Women spinning, weaving and sewing, 1540-50. Creator: Master FG
Women spinning, weaving and sewing, 1540-50

Alexander welcoming Thalestris and the Amazons, mid-16th century. Creator: Master FG
Alexander welcoming Thalestris and the Amazons, mid-16th century

Vulcans Forge. Creator: Master FG
Vulcans Forge

The Wounded Paris Carried from the Field of Battle. Creator: Master FG
The Wounded Paris Carried from the Field of Battle

Mars Seated Amid Trophies, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Mars Seated Amid Trophies, 1540-56

Hercules, Bacchus, Pan, and Saturn, from a series of eight compositions after Francesco Primaticcios designs for the ceiling of the Ulysses Gallery (destroyed 1738-39) at Fontainebleau, 1560s

Three Muses and a putto above with a lyre, from a series of eight compositions after Francesco Primaticcios designs for the ceiling of the Ulysses Gallery (destroyed 1738-39) at Fontainebleau, 1560s

Apollo, Pan, and a putto blowing a horn, from a series of eight compositions after Francesco Primaticcios designs for the ceiling of the Ulysses Gallery (destroyed 1738-39) at Fontainebleau, 1560s

Pluto, Neptune, Minerva and Apollo, from a series of eight compositions after Francesco Primaticcios designs for the ceiling of the Ulysses Gallery (destroyed 1738-39) at Fontainebleau, 1560s

Venus and Cupid, Two Other Goddesses, and a Putto, from a series of eight compositions after Francesco Primaticcios designs for the ceiling of the Ulysses Gallery (destroyed 1738-39)

Three Muses and a Putto with a Lyre, a cruciform composition, from a series of eight compositions after Francesco Primaticcios designs for the ceiling of the Gallery of Ulysses (destroyed 1738-39)

Three Muses and a Putto with Cymbals, a cruciform composition, from a series of eight compositions after Francesco Primaticcios designs for the ceiling of the Gallery of Ulysses (destroyed 1738-39)

The Mystic Marriage of St. Catherine, ca. 1555-56. Creator: Giorgio Ghisi
The Mystic Marriage of St. Catherine, ca. 1555-56. After Francesco Primaticcio

Search through the Luggage of Josephs Brother, ca. 1545. Creator: Unknown
Search through the Luggage of Josephs Brother, ca. 1545. After Francesco Primaticcio

Jupiter and Callisto, 1537-40. Creator: Pierre Milan
Jupiter and Callisto, 1537-40

Concourse of the Gods on Mount Olympus, 1565. Creator: Cornelis Cort
Concourse of the Gods on Mount Olympus, 1565

Hercules dressed as a woman, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
Hercules dressed as a woman, 1540-45

Muses at the Foot of Mount Parnassus, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
Muses at the Foot of Mount Parnassus, 1540-45

Cadmus Tilling the Field Where He Sowed the Dragons Teeth, 1540-45

Jupiter and Antiope, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
Jupiter and Antiope, 1540-45

A Sibyl, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
A Sibyl, 1540-45

Woman Full Face, Her Head Slightly to the Left, ca. 1543. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
Woman Full Face, Her Head Slightly to the Left, ca. 1543

Woman Turned to the Right, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
Woman Turned to the Right, 1540-45

Melpomene, from the Mattei sarcophagus, Rome, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
Melpomene, from the Mattei sarcophagus, Rome, 1540-45

The Daughters of Minyas, 1545. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
The Daughters of Minyas, 1545

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Francesco Primaticcio was an Italian painter, sculptor, and architect who played a significant role in the development of French Mannerism during the 16th century. His works showcased his exceptional talent and artistic versatility. One of his notable creations is "The Banquet of Alexander, " painted between 1540-50 by Domenico del Barbiere. This masterpiece depicts a lavish feast attended by Alexander the Great and his courtiers, showcasing Primaticcio's ability to capture grandeur and opulence. In another artwork titled "Classical Female Figure with Two Infants, " created around 1539-42, Primaticcio portrays either Diana or Venus accompanied by two infants. The delicate brushwork and graceful composition highlight his skill in portraying classical mythology. Primaticcio also contributed to "The Muses and the Three Great Goddesses" series with his depiction of Juno. Created between 1540-56 by an anonymous artist, this piece showcases Primaticcio's ability to bring mythological figures to life through intricate details and vibrant colors. Two other muses from this series are Thalia and Melpomene, both created around 1540-45 by anonymous artists but influenced heavily by Primaticcio's style. These artworks demonstrate his mastery in capturing different emotions through facial expressions and body language. Calliope is another muse depicted in one of Primaticcio's works from the same series. Created around 1540-45, it showcases her holding a quill pen as a symbol of inspiration for poets and writers—a testament to Primaticcio's attention to symbolic elements within his compositions. Primaticcio also ventured into depicting historical events like "People Fleeing a Burning City. " Created anonymously during the 16th century, this painting captures chaos amidst destruction while highlighting Primaticcio's ability to convey dramatic scenes convincingly. His expertise extended beyond paintings; he also excelled in sculpture.