Over the centuries, Italy has produced many fine painters, who have become household names. Italy was at the heart of the Renaissance period which spanned the 14th-17th centuries.
In this story, you will find the most famous Italian paintings and where to see them.
It is a portrait of Lisa del Gherardini, who lived in Florence and was married to a wealthy silk merchant.
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The Last Supper portrays Jesus sharing a meal with his apostles before he was captured and crucified.
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The scene of the painting is taken from mythology and depicts Venus, the goddess of beauty and love.
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He painted Primavera when he returned to Florence having been living in Rome whilst he completed frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.
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In the center of the painting are Plato and Aristotle in discussion – they represent the two different schools of philosophy.
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