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Francesco Primaticcio Collection

Francesco Primaticcio was an Italian painter, sculptor, and architect who played a significant role in the development of French Mannerism during the 16th century

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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: The Banquet of Alexander, 1540-50. Creator: Domenico del Barbiere
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Classical Female Figure (Diana or Venus) with Two Infants, ca. 1539-42
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Juno (from The Muses and the Three Great Goddesses), 1540-56. 1540-56. Creator: Anon
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Thalia, ca. 1540-45. ca. 1540-45. Creator: Anon
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Melpomene, ca. 1540-45. ca. 1540-45. Creator: Anon
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Calliope, ca. 1540-45. ca. 1540-45. Creator: Anon
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Polyhymnia, ca. 1540-45. ca. 1540-45. Creator: Anon
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Francesco Primaticcio, portrait (engraving)
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: The Trojans hauling the wooden horse into Troy, 1545. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: The Banquet of Alexander the Great, 1544 / 46. Creator: Domenico del Barbiere
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: The Trojans pulling the wooden horse into the city, 1545. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Cadmus Founding Thebes, ca. 1543-44. Creator: Master of the Story of Cadmus
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Apelles Painting Alexander and Campaspe. Creator: Master IQV
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Women spinning, weaving and sewing, 1540-50. Creator: Master FG
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Alexander welcoming Thalestris and the Amazons, mid-16th century. Creator: Master FG
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Vulcans Forge. Creator: Master FG
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: The Wounded Paris Carried from the Field of Battle. Creator: Master FG
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Mars Seated Amid Trophies, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Hercules, Bacchus, Pan, and Saturn, from a series of eight compositions after Francesco P
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Three Muses and a putto above with a lyre, from a series of eight compositions after Fran
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Apollo, Pan, and a putto blowing a horn, from a series of eight compositions after France
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Pluto, Neptune, Minerva and Apollo, from a series of eight compositions after Francesco P
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Venus and Cupid, Two Other Goddesses, and a Putto, from a series of eight compositions af
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Three Muses and a Putto with a Lyre, a cruciform composition, from a series of eight comp
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Three Muses and a Putto with Cymbals, a cruciform composition, from a series of eight com
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: The Mystic Marriage of St. Catherine, ca. 1555-56. Creator: Giorgio Ghisi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Search through the Luggage of Josephs Brother, ca. 1545. Creator: Unknown
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Jupiter and Callisto, 1537-40. Creator: Pierre Milan
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Concourse of the Gods on Mount Olympus, 1565. Creator: Cornelis Cort
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Hercules dressed as a woman, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Muses at the Foot of Mount Parnassus, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Cadmus Tilling the Field Where He Sowed the Dragons Teeth, 1540-45
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Jupiter and Antiope, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: A Sibyl, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Woman Full Face, Her Head Slightly to the Left, ca. 1543. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Woman Turned to the Right, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Melpomene, from the Mattei sarcophagus, Rome, 1540-45. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: The Daughters of Minyas, 1545. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: A Grotto, ca. 1545. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: The Fall of Phaeton, 1545. Creator: Antonio Fantuzzi
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Three Standing Figures, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Ulysses and His Companions Fighting the Cicones Before the City of Ismaros, Study
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Francesco Primaticcio Collection: Two Roman Women. Creator: Francesco Primaticcio (Italian, 1504-1570)


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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.